Patient Care Tech; PCT - ER

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If you're dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note
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Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

• Prepare hospital room for new admission. Anticipate patient needs.
• Respond to patient requests in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Perform patient rounding according to unit-specific guidelines. Provide care that is intentional and patient-focused.
• Ensure that environment is orderly and comfortable. Approach patients and families with compassion and offer emotional support. Demonstrate courtesy, respect, and professionalism. Recognize and respect cultural and spiritual differences & demonstrate culturally competent care.
• Works in a secure department with access to areas where medications are stored.

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides specific nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The PCT is required to provide an excellent patient experience consistent with Relationship-Based Care.

• Skills Required
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  Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Minimum Requirements
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  • Education:
    
    High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.). Has completed PCT training, CNA training or equivalent training program.
  • Certification: CPR
  • Other
    
    Required:
    
    Must be at least 18 years old. Must be able to work variable shifts, holidays and/or weekends. Must be able to perform required duties, including lifting and transferring using proper body mechanics.
• Preferred Requirements
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  • License:
    Current CNA Licensure.
  • Experience:
    
    Knowledge of hospital environment desired. Previous hospital and/or health care related experience preferred.

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