Emergency Unit Receptionist & Patient Care Tech - Per Diem

Day Kimball Healthcare; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Time

401K Plan with Eligible Employer

Pet Insurance

Clinical Ladder Program

Shift Differential

Pay for Performance

Job summary

Day Kimball Health in Putnam, CT is seeking a Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician for the Emergency Department on a per diem basis across all shifts. The UR/PCT provides front desk patient management, clerical support, and basic patient care under the nurse's direction.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, vitals, and transport; accurate documentation; maintaining communication within the care team; and contributing to a culture of teamwork and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA certification or EMT-B or equivalent within 3 months of hire required/verified.
• Current AHA CPR certification within 3 months of hire required.
• Current NVCIT certification or within 3 months of hire required.
• Must work a minimum of 32 hours.
• Experience in clerical or receptionist position preferred.
• Previous experience in an acute care environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform front desk patient management and clerical duties.
• Assist with patient activities under nurse supervision (ADL, vitals).
• Aid in restraining/removal of restraints as directed.
• Complete forms and communicate orders; transcribe physician orders when applicable.
• Support patient care plans and transport patients as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Keyboarding skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CNA certification or EMT-B or equivalent

Job description

Day Kimball Health in Putnam, CT is seeking a Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician for the Emergency Department on a per diem basis across all shifts. The UR/PCT provides front desk patient management, clerical support, and basic patient care under the nurse's direction.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, vitals, and transport; accurate documentation; maintaining communication within the care team; and contributing to a culture of teamwork and compassionate care.