Compassionate Patient Care Technician - Day Shift + Benefits

AdventHealth; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

PTO from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave 4 Weeks

Job summary

AdventHealth in Overland Park, KS is seeking a Full-Time Patient Care Technician/Assistant to assist licensed nurses in delivering patient care during day shifts. You will take vital signs, document in the EMR, follow safety protocols, and participate in performance improvement initiatives while growing your clinical skills.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent and BLS certification; CNA/CPCT/A or EMT credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv required.
• 1+ applicable PCT experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.
• Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) certification preferred.
• Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the delivery of patient care by performing tasks under the direction of a licensed nurse.
• Accurately performs vital signs and documents in the electronic medical record; reports procedures accurately.
• Performs duties and patient care according to policy and procedure.
• Functions appropriately within scope in clinical emergencies; participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities.
• Follows isolation guidelines and uses PPE; maintains safety regulations.
• Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrade skills continuously.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and healthcare team members; maintains a clean and safe environment.
• May perform point of care testing based on competency and hospital policy.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

AdventHealth in Overland Park, KS is seeking a Full-Time Patient Care Technician/Assistant to assist licensed nurses in delivering patient care during day shifts. You will take vital signs, document in the EMR, follow safety protocols, and participate in performance improvement initiatives while growing your clinical skills.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent and BLS certification; CNA/CPCT/A or EMT credentials are preferred.