Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc; Washington Township (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct and indirect patient care under licensed clinicians. The role emphasizes safety, compassionate care, and partnering with patients and families in a diverse healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include supporting the interprofessional team, maintaining supplies, and ensuring efficient unit operations while promoting best practices in patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care needs.
• Ability to complete delegated tasks within scope of role.
• Knowledge of personal care and hygiene for quality of life.
• Awareness of patient safety risks in healthcare.
• Ability to communicate respectfully with patients and families.
• Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and cultural values.
• Strong communication concepts and collaboration with the care team.
• Engages patients and families as partners in their health care.

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients, families, and staff per Jefferson Health values.
• Recognize patient preferences and provide safe, compassionate care.
• Communicate with and support the interprofessional team, patient, and families.
• Perform designated direct and indirect patient care activities under supervision.
• Promote and maintain a safe patient care environment.
• Assist in maintaining supplies and equipment for efficient unit operations.

Skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Interprofessional teamwork

Communication skills

Diversity sensitivity

Health care safety

Partnership with patients

Effective conveying

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct and indirect patient care under licensed clinicians. The role emphasizes safety, compassionate care, and partnering with patients and families in a diverse healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include supporting the interprofessional team, maintaining supplies, and ensuring efficient unit operations while promoting best practices in patient safety and quality care.