Deaconess Health System
Patient Care Technician - Observation (PCT)
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Job Description
- Req#: PATIE010219
- Flexible work schedules
- Free access to fitness centers, where health coaches are available to help with workout plans
- Payactiv- Earned wage benefit- Work today, get paid tomorrow
- Career advancement opportunities
- Competitive pay with shift and weekend incentives
- Assisting with personal hygiene, including bathing, brushing teeth, toileting, and changing linens
- Helping patients with mobility, repositioning, and transfers
- Monitoring and recording vital signs
- Documenting important information in patient charts
- Providing compassionate care, including support for patients nearing the end of life
- Basic Life Support: Health Care Provider, within six months of hire.
- Completion of a high school education or equivalent (GED) preferred
- Successfully complete PCT classes as required by care center/unit.
Benefits:
We pride ourselves on retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success.
Job Overview:
As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you’ll work closely with nurses to provide hands-on care and support to patients. Some of your responsibilities will include:
This role involves exposure to bodily fluids and dynamic and sensitive situations. If you’re compassionate, resilient, and detail-oriented, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring quality care and making a real difference in our patients' lives.
Unit Description:
The Observation Unit at Midtown Campus is an 18- bed unit with negative air flow and remote tele capabilities where patients can be observed, treated, and diagnosed. Based on test results, a patient will either be admitted or discharged within a goal of an 8-24-hour window. Clinical staff will have the opportunity to care for a wide range of diagnoses while demonstrating critical thinking and time management skills in a fast paced environment. Observation rounds are held daily with case management, social work, physician and NP to coordinate care for the patient. As part of the Observation Unit, staff will work closely with patients and families in a rewarding environment by coordinating results and communicating with the Deaconess Care Team.
Required: Certifications/Licenses/Education:
Other Key Words: Entry-Level, Patient Care Technician, No Experience Required, Paid Training Provided, On-the-Job Training, Career Growth, CNA, PCT, Observation Unit, Obs, 2600
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