Patient Care Technician
3 weeks ago
Job Description
Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Psychiatry
Full Time - Day
UMMC Midtown Campus
Baltimore, Maryland
Mandatory Requirements: Both CNA & PCT or EMT Certificate
High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Maryland Nursing Assistant Certification required AS WELL AS completion of one of the following training programs: hospital-based program, community college, Emergency Medical Technician, Patient Care Technician or Medical Corpsmen. (BOTH CERTIFICATES/TRAINING ARE REQUIRED)
When we say "our community" we mean it. UMMC Midtown Campus, one of two campuses of the University of Maryland Medical Center, has had a long history of working to keep our community healthy and has grown to become a trusted teaching hospital. We provide a broad array of medical, surgical, and behavioral health care serving Baltimore City and the region. At Midtown you will find a unique blend of the innovation and expertise that defines an academic medical center and a passion for excellence in caring for the people we serve Located in Baltimore's cultural center near the historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, UMMC Midtown Campus is a 144-bed, teaching hospital, operationally integrated with UMMC's downtown campus and offers extensive outpatient programs and services. Our mission is partner with adults and children to achieve their best health by helping to manage primary health care needs or diseases like diabetes, hypertension, kidney failure, stroke or addiction. We put people first - and that includes our employees. When you join or team, you'll become a part of a close-knit group of more than 1,400 staff members who provide care in 30+ specialties. Our team is focused on delivering the best care possible to every patient and to supporting each other.
What you will Do
The Patient Care Technician assists in the delivery of patient care under the direct clinical supervision of the Registered Nurse. Direct care activities are delegated by the Registered Nurse and consistent with the Maryland Board of Nursing-Nurse Practice Act. Direct care includes activities involving the care and nutrition of patients, provision of direct observation, and transportation of patients and documentation of those activities.
* Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
* Provides care on a functional basis to a patient or group of patients. Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:
* Fingersticks
* Phlebotomy
* Application of clean sterile dressing
* Application of restraints
* Performs 12 lead EKG
* Tracheal suctioning and mouth care
* Infection control bundle care
* Identifies and responds promptly to patient needs, respecting dignity and privacy.
* Informs RN immediately of all monitor alarms.
* Provides and maintains a safe and orderly environment for patient care, i.e., side rails up, safe transport to other units.
* Prepares instruments and equipment for material processing exchange.
* Provides assistance orienting to proper use and care of equipment and on location of supplies.
* Performs post mortem care accordingly to hospital policy.
* Initiates CPR as necessary; maintains cardiopulmonary resuscitation competency.
* Improve patient safety in the delivery of health care by understanding and applying the patient safety goals.
* Completes appropriate documentation in accordance with hospital guidelines.
* Participates in the orientation, training, and evaluation of new staff.
* Maintains competency and yearly educational requirements for position.
* Adheres to all procedures related to infection control principles.
* Attends and actively participates in meetings as required.
Company Description
When we say "our community" we mean it.
UMMC Midtown Campus, one of two campuses of the University of Maryland Medical Center, has had a long history of working to keep our community healthy and has grown to become a trusted teaching hospital for medical and surgical care in Baltimore City.
Located in Baltimore's cultural center near the historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, UMMC Midtown Campus is a 180-bed, community teaching hospital with a focus on helping people manage chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, pulmonary conditions, and infectious diseases.
Qualifications
* High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Maryland Nursing Assistant Certification required AS WELL AS completion of one of the following training programs: hospital-based program, community college, Emergency Medical Technician, Patient Care Technician or Medical Corpsmen. (BOTH CERTIFICATES/TRAINING ARE REQUIRED)
* Employees with work experience that provide on the job training equivalent to the above programs can be considered as a substitute to a formal PCT training program.
* Minimum of one year of recent, direct patient care experience preferred.
* Current CPR certification is required.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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