Paramedic - ER - FT 3 PM - 3 AM

Patient Care Technician

Participates in direct patient care and other supportive activities under the direct delegation of the licensed nursing staff. Maintains and applies principles of safety. Recognizes when and how to escalate patient concerns up the chain of command. Works in cooperation with other health team members. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Essential Functions By Department / Specialty :

PCT-Medical

• Performs individualized patient-focused care and technical tasks under the direct delegation of a registered nurse that are based on the developmental levels of the department's specific patient population.
• Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates, and food and fluid intake and output as directed.
• Assists with bathing, feeding, dressing, turning and repositioning, and transporting (wheelchair, cart, or walking).
• Answers call lights, phones, changes bed linen, directs visitors, runs errands, and performs other functions as directed by the nursing staff.
• Observes the patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reports any changes to the nursing staff.
• Collects / handles lab specimens as directed by the nursing staff.
• Utilizes universal precautions when performing any procedure involving blood or other body fluids.
• Properly disposes of used sharps and other biohazardous waste.
• Abides by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Serves a population newborn through geriatric.

PCT-ED

PCT-ICU

PCT-Imaging

PCT-OB

PCT-Telesitter

Minimum Knowledge and Skills Required

Preferred Knowledge and Skills Required

Required Behavioral Skills

Minimum Education and Experience :

Preferred Education and Experience :

Required License / Registration / Certification :

We Offer Competitive Pay, a Generous Benefit Package and a Reason to Be Proud of What You Do, Every Day.