Patient Care Technician

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Work Shift:

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position  

Assist the staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN. Maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner. Acknowledge and greet customers upon arrival to unit and demonstrate enthusiastic friendly approach. 

Essential Job Functions  

• ​Performs delegated direct patient care activities under the direction of a registered nurse. 

• Reports conditions of patients including changes or abnormal findings to appropriate registered nurse. 

• Documents VS and ADLs concurrently in appropriate format and notifies RN/LPN with abnormal variations. 

• Provides nursing care in a non-judgmental manner that respects patient diversity, acknowledges patient rights, and identifies resources to meet patient needs. 

• Acts as a patient advocate. 

• Correctly and efficiently transcribes physician orders to include computer order entry. 

• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, core measures, infection prevention, patient safety and quality initiatives to achieve optimal clinical and organizational outcomes. 

• Maintains a well-organized workstation and provides an environment that is conducive to workflow.  

• Maintains medical record in appropriate order. 

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

Licensing/Certification 

• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant preferred.  

• Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification Card. 

Education/Work Experience 

One of the following must be met: 

• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have completed Fundamentals of Nursing course or a Nursing Assistant Program. 

• Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Neither HS Diploma nor GED required. 

• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have experience as a patient care technician in an acute care setting or nursing home; or experience with direct patient care (vitals and ADL job duties) in an assisted living facility. 

• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and a current Roper St. Francis teammate. Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire. 

• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have a current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).  Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire. 

• Currently enrolled in or graduate of an Associates or Bachelor's degree program (in any field) with no experience requirement.  Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire. 

Skills

• Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare team

• Ability to understand and follow directions of healthcare team

• Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls, skin breakdown, suicide prevention, environment of care)

• Knowledge and demonstration of infection prevention and transmission-based precautions

• Understanding of clerical duties and office-based technology

• Ability to work in a team

• Patient data collection and documentation (i.e. vital signs, intake/output, change in patient condition)

• Basic hygiene and activities of daily living care

• Ability to assist with feeding, hydration, and nutrition

• Ability to assist with bowel and bladder elimination

• Ability to assist with ambulation and patient mobility

• Use of clinical technology

• Compassionate, relationship-based approach in care activities

• Accountability for completion of assigned tasks

• Escalation of concerns via chain of command

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. 

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability

• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR a), a) and a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team