Patient Care Technician

2 weeks ago


Clinton Twp, United States Henry Ford Health System Full time

POSITION SUMMARY:


Under the guidance and oversight of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Patient Care Technician is responsible for executing specific patient care tasks to ensure the safety and comfort of patients.

This role involves contributing insights to aid the RN in the planning and execution of patient care strategies. The technician is expected to respond to urgent situations in accordance with established protocols. Continuous professional development is encouraged and recognized. The Patient Care Technician adheres to the Henry Ford Health System Team Member Standards of Excellence in all interactions.

Unit Overview:

This unit comprises a total of 40 beds, including 12 beds in the CVICU and 12 beds in the SICU/Trauma/Neuro ICU.

The CVICU specializes in cardiac care for patients undergoing procedures such as open-heart surgeries, Impella placements, balloon pump management, STEMI and Non-STEMI treatments, and TAVR procedures.

The SICU/Trauma/Neuro unit provides critical care for patients recovering from surgeries, trauma incidents, strokes, neuro trauma, neurosurgical procedures, and traumatic brain injuries.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
A high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is necessary.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred.

Completion of a Nurse Assistant program is required (alternative titles may include Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Patient Assistant Technician (PAT), all performing similar roles).

Alternatively, candidates may be currently enrolled in a nursing program and have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Nursing course.

Foreign-trained and licensed RNs relocating to the United States without a Michigan RN license are also eligible.

Completion of a Medical Assistant program, with or without experience, is acceptable.

At least one (1) year of prior experience in a similar role such as NA, PCT, PAT, or equivalent is required.

CERTIFICATIONS:

LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:
Completion of BLS Heart Saver Certification is mandatory during orientation.

Additional Information

Organization:
Henry Ford Macomb Hospital

Department:
NU 2600 CV ICU- PCU HFMH

Shift:
Day Job

Union Code:
Not Applicable

Additional Details


This job posting outlines the primary duties, responsibilities, and authorities associated with this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all tasks and functions.

It should be understood that incumbents may be requested to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly detailed above.

Overview


Henry Ford Health is dedicated to partnering with nearly 2 million individuals on their health journeys, offering a comprehensive range of services across 250 care locations throughout southeast and south central Michigan.

With a workforce of 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford is one of Michigan's largest and most diverse employers. Our exceptional care and innovations are driven by nearly 6,000 physicians, researchers, and advanced practice providers. Learn more about our commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Henry Ford Health offers a diverse employee benefits program, known as My Choice Rewards, designed to cater to the varied needs of our workforce.

Employees have access to numerous options, including compensation, benefits, work/life balance initiatives, and professional development opportunities that enhance both career growth and personal well-being.

As part of our employee offerings, you will find Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program (Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness initiatives, and a wide array of additional benefits and services.

Please note that employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Henry Ford Health is committed to the equitable hiring, advancement, and treatment of all individuals, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

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