Patient Care Technician Medical Surgical

At Virtua Health we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether thats wellness and prevention experienced specialists life-changing care or something in-between we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.

If you live or work in South Jersey exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14000 colleagues including over 2850 skilled and compassionate doctors physician assistants and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies treatments and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report weve received multiple awards for quality safety and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals seven emergency departments seven urgent care centers and more than 280 other locations were committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program telehealth home health rehabilitation mobile screenings paramedic programs and convenient online scheduling. Were also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences and the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location :

Voorhees - 100 Bowman Drive

Remote Type : On-Site

Employment Type : Employee

Employment Classification :

Per Diem

Time Type : Part time

Work Shift :

Day Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours :

Additional Locations :

Job Information :

Summary :

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse / and or LPN assists with patients activities of daily living and plan of care. Communicates with and supports healthcare team patients and / or patients family or significant other(s). Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.

Position Responsibilities :

Supports the activities of daily living to include bathing dressing grooming oral care feeding toileting / hygiene and assisting with mobility and transport. Demonstrates standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patient practice.

Performs technical duties as directed by RN / LPN such as vital signs point of care testing bladder scanning and foley catheter care specific to population served and documents appropriately. May perform phlebotomy and EKGs if certified. Identifies and communicates changes in patients status to RN / LPN and responds appropriately. Demonstrates standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patient practice.

Reinforces education of patient and family / responsible party regarding individual care needs and safety issues.

Participates in Virtua patient satisfaction initiatives and goals.

Participates in the performance improvement activities.

Assists in orientation of new hires.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required :

Demonstrates required knowledge of basic patient care skills procedures and standards.

Must have strong communication skills.

Required Education :

High School Diploma or Grade Equivalent Diploma (GED) required.

Must have successfully completed a PCT course a fundamentals nursing course in an RN program Certified Nursing Assistant program or have worked an equivalent of 1 year of direct patient care.

Training / Certifications / Licensure :

BLS certification.

Phlebotomy training / education is required for the Emergency Department positions.

Enhances skills through ongoing education and training. Maintains regulatory and departmental level competencies.

Hourly Rate : $18.88 - $28.29 The actual salary / rate will vary based on applicants experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues including but not limited to : medical / prescription dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws short-term disability and optional long-term disability colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Aseptic Technique,Hospital Experience,Acute Care,Anatomy Knowledge,Basic Life Support,Computer Skills,Physiology Knowledge,Military Experience,Suturing,Medical Terminology,Sterile Processing

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 18 - 28