Patient Care Tech, Telemetry

Sutter Health Opportunity

Performs routine patient care, support, and services in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family / support group, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to support the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local / state / federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

Education : HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Certification & Licensure : BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Skills and Knowledge :

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic patient care skills, clinic procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of appropriate emergency care for role (i.e. chest compressions, dialing 911)
• Ability to follow instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain patient care information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift : Nights

Schedule : Varied

Shift Hours : 8

Days of the Week : Variable

Weekend Requirements : As Needed, Once a Month

Benefits : Yes

Unions : Yes

Position Status : Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours : 0

Employee Status : Per Diem / Casual