Emergency Department Patient Care Tech - Growth & Impact

University Health; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health is hiring a Patient Care Technician for the Emergency Department at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. The role supports acute care delivery, works with nurses and clinicians, and participates in formal training to build clinical skills.

You will contribute to high-quality patient care in a fast-paced setting. Shift schedules vary with a 36-hour work week, requiring a high school diploma or GED and current BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current BCLS certification when hired; certification must be kept current for continued employment.
• Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) training or the training requirements will be waived if an employee demonstrates competency in the content areas required by regulatory requirements; in the duties specific to their job and the patient population assigned; or meets one of the requirements as defined below: Was a professional nursing or practical nursing licensure candidate who failed to pass the state licensure examinations in the past three (3) years; or Possesses current certification as a nursing assistant per Missouri state regulations; or Has documented education as an emergency medical technician, medical assistant, or surgical technician; or Has documented experience as a nurse assistant in the past three (3) years; or has documented experience in a current healthcare setting providing clinical care under supervision. Exceptions may be reviewed and approved by Nursing Leadership.
• Has completed a professional or licensed practical nursing program outside the United States and is awaiting the licensure examination in this country.
• UAP’s from staffing agencies shall comply with the position requirements.
• If the above criteria are not met, the incumbent is prohibited from providing direct patient care to any acute care patients undergoing a procedure in the outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide top-tier care to patients in an acute care setting.
• Show off your technical skills—we’ll help you build them through formal training.
• Work with a team of amazing nurses and healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care.
• Perform your duties with pride, aligned with our high standards and mission to provide excellent healthcare.

Job description

University Health is hiring a Patient Care Technician for the Emergency Department at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. The role supports acute care delivery, works with nurses and clinicians, and participates in formal training to build clinical skills.

You will contribute to high-quality patient care in a fast-paced setting. Shift schedules vary with a 36-hour work week, requiring a high school diploma or GED and current BCLS certification.