ER Unit Receptionist & Patient Care Tech

Day Kimball Health; Connecticut; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Pharmacy Plan

Life Insurance (Basic & Supplemental)

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Paid Leave

HSA or FSA accounts

401K Plan with match

Vacation Time

Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Additional Benefits

Job summary

Day Kimball Health is hiring a Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician for the Emergency Department in Putnam, CT. The role supports the nurse with front desk management, basic patient care, and ADL assistance, under a team-focused culture.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or equivalent, CNA/EMT-B or equivalent, CPR and NVCIT certifications. This is a fast-paced, hands-on position with opportunities to grow within a respected regional system.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical terminology/keyboard skills preferred.
• CNA certification, EMT-B or equivalent required.
• CPR certification within 3 months of hire required.
• NVCIT certification within 3 months of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Meets the physical demands of the position.
• Demonstrates ability to cope with and function under stress.
• Meets skill certification requirements for designated units.
• Remain alert and in visual contact with the patient at all times.
• Assist the patient in daily activities as directed by the nurse.
• Assist the nurse in restraining and removing restraints.
• Completes all necessary forms, requisitions, communications and special projects as assigned. Accurately transcribes physician’s orders (when applicable).
• Assists patients and nurses as necessary with ADL, Vital Signs, and patient Plan of Care.

Skills

Clerical experience

Medical terminology

Keyboarding skills

Patient care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CNA certification

EMT-B certification or equivalent

AHA CPR certification

NVCIT certification

Job description

Day Kimball Health is hiring a Unit Receptionist/Patient Care Technician for the Emergency Department in Putnam, CT. The role supports the nurse with front desk management, basic patient care, and ADL assistance, under a team-focused culture.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or equivalent, CNA/EMT-B or equivalent, CPR and NVCIT certifications. This is a fast-paced, hands-on position with opportunities to grow within a respected regional system.