Patient Care Tech / Health Unit Coordinator - Labor and Delivery

Patient Care Tech / Health Unit Coordinator

Position : Patient Care Tech / Health Unit Coordinator

Department : Labor and Delivery

Shift : 7 : 00 pm-7 : 30 am Full Time 36 hours a week, 72 hours per pay period Facility : Miami Valley Hospital

They collaborate with nurses and doctors to provide personalized care for patients. They can :

• Check vital signs, such as temperature, heartbeat, and breathing.
• Help patients move around, get dressed, and eat.
• Collect samples like urine.
• Report any changes in a patient's condition to a nurse.
• Walks, ADLs, Weighing Patients; Vitals

The PCT works under the supervision of a nurse, who ensures they are performing tasks safely and correctly. Sometimes, the PCT may also be referred to as a Patient Care Technician / Unit Clerk (PCT / HUC). Like HUC, they assist with the paperwork and other tasks that keep the hospital running smoothly, which also helps patients receive the best care possible.

So, even though PCTs don't wear capes, they are essential members of the healthcare team who help patients feel better and recover their health.

Education : You'll need a high school diploma or GED.

Training : Before you start, you'll need to get a BLS CPR certificate. They can teach you how to do CPR at your orientation, too, so you don't need to do it beforehand.

Experience : No previous job experience is required, but you should have one of the following :

Other Skills :