Patient Care Technician ED
2 weeks ago
General Summary of Position
Job Summary:
MedStar Health is looking for a Patient Care Technician to join our team We are looking for someone with basic math knowledge and verbal/ written communication skills to serve as a Patient Care Technician in our Emergency Department (ED).
This person will function as a member of the patient-centered care team to provide direct patient care activities in the emergency department under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or medical providers to patients with acute, non-acute and/or rapidly changing conditions and needs. Assists nursing and medical staff with procedures and/or tests and patients with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living). Performs specific care activities such as specimen collection, phlebotomy, intravenous (IV) catheter insertion, electrocardiography (EKG), and documentation in the health record.
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Primary Duties:
· Provides direct patient care activities under the supervision of the nursing or medical staff and according to department/hospital policy. Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and personal hygiene; performs eye and ear irrigation; provides nourishments; applies ace bandages/wraps, splints and knee or other limb immobilization devices; and fits patients for crutches and walkers.
· Collects specimens; performs venipuncture/phlebotomy; obtains EKGs; and inserts intravenous (IV) catheters, changes of IV sites and dressings, and inspection of IV sites; applies oxygen equipment. Assists in the measurement and documentation of patient's vital signs, height and weight, pulse oximetry, point of care and waived testing, visual acuity, and other pertinent data or information in the patient's health record.
· Performs routine sterile, non-sterile and other treatments/activities identified by department/hospital policy such as: Foley Catheter insertion/ removal; Nasogastric tube insertion/ removal; simple dressing changes and wound care; turning and positioning; postmortem care and transportation of body to the morgue; maintenance of drainage tubes; care of oxygen equipment; and application, maintenance and removal of traction, casts, splints and exercise equipment.
· Maintains the comfort, privacy, confidentiality, and dignity of each patient in the delivery of services. Performs patient observation duty,1:1 observation, and safe application of restraints. Prepares patients to be seen by providers. Assists providers and registered nurses. Rounds on patients based on established standards. Reports concerns from patients/families, including changes in the patient's condition/symptoms, to the registered nurse and care team. Initiates and assists in CPR. Participates in patient/family teaching. Responds to questions from patients, families and visitors in a prompt, courteous, and respectful manner, referring them to appropriate personnel if necessary.
· Maintains the cleanliness and safety of patient environment (i.e., distributing and changing linen, removing used meal trays, checking bed/stretcher siderails and safety restraints). Assists with linen management, trash removal and cleaning. Maintains orderliness of the utility, storage, and nourishment, utility rooms. Restocks supplies in patient rooms/bays. Transports and/or escorts patients during discharges, transfers, and/or medical appointments. Completes errands such as delivering specimens to the laboratory, equipment, and supplies.
Qualifications:
· Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program.
· High School Diploma or GED.
· CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant from the relevant district.
· Basic Life Support (BLS).
· 1-2 years' experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
· Experience as a care technician, emergency medical technician or paramedic preferred.
· General Health Care experience in acute care, long-term care or other setting preferred.
· CPT (Certified Phlebotomy Technician) certification preferred.
Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark. Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization. Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more. More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations. About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.
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