ENT/ Neuro/ Trauma Patient Care Technician II

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician II for the Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals campus in Philadelphia. The incumbent will provide bedside care, assist physicians, and perform phlebotomy and lab specimen collection as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Schedule requires rotating shifts (three 12-hour shifts weekly) and one holiday per season. A High School diploma and CNA/PCT/EMT certification with BLS are expected, with opportunities for advancement within a large health

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• One of the following certifications: PCT, CNA, or EMT.
• AHA BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct bedside patient care.
• Perform nursing procedures for patient comfort and well-being.
• Maintain documentation on all assigned patients and flow sheets.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Documentation

Patient care

Vital signs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

PCT or CNA or EMT certification

AHA BLS certification

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition1Job DetailsENT/ Neuro/ Trauma Patient Care Technician IIJob DescriptionAbout JeffersonJoin the mission of Improving Lives as a Patient Care Tech II at Jefferson Health. With more than 42,000 employees, we’re the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the Philadelphia region. Our work to improve lives is never done.About Our UnitThis unit is located at Thomas Jefferson University Campus.Awards & RecognitionJefferson Einstein Hospital is Magnet Recognized. Jefferson is also recognized as the 2nd Best Hospital in the Philadelphia Metro area and the 3rd Best Hospital in PennsylvaniaSchedule CommitmentSchedules are available 6 weeks in advance. The work schedule commitment for this position requires the following:Must be able to work rotating shifts (day & night)Must be able to work three (3) twelve (12) hour shifts on a weekly basisMust be able to work every third(3rd) weekendHoliday commitment consists of 1 holiday per seasonResponsibilities Reporting to the Nurse Manager, Patient Care Tech IIs will provide direct bedside care to patients:Performs assigned nursing procedures for the comfort and well-being of the patientMaintains appropriate documentation on all assigned patients, including flow sheetsMaintains advanced knowledge and experience with phlebotomy and lab specimen collection including T&S, Blood CulturesAssists physicians with examinations and tests as neededOther tasks include respiratory services, and rehabilitation servicesQualificationsTo qualify as Patient Care Tech II, you must meet the following requirements for consideration:High School Diploma or equivalent requiredOne of the following is required: PCT or related certification, Certified nursing assistant (CNA), EMTMinimum of 2 years nursing assistant, PCT or healthcare experience required.¿Certification and completion of advanced skills and knowledge training within six months of hire accepted in lieu of experience requirementAHA BLS requiredTotal RewardsAs a valued member of the team, you will be eligible to receive our total rewards package which includes:Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision PlansRetirement PlansTuition ReimbursementVoluntary benefitsHealth Coaching, Commuter Discounts, Day Care Services, etc.Work ShiftRotating (United States of America)Worker Sub TypeRegularEmployee EntityThomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc.Primary Location Address111 S 11th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaNationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.BenefitsJefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.