Geri-Psych Unit: Patient Care Tech - FT (7p-7a)

Mizell-Memorial-Hospital; Opp (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mizell-Memorial-Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist LPNs and nurses in caring for geriatric psychiatric patients. Responsibilities include patient rounding, vital signs, hygiene assistance, and documenting observations, while maintaining a clean and safe environment.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, BLS with CPI certification possible within 90 days, and at least 1 year of PCT/CNA experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required; CPI certification may be obtained within 90 days.
• At least one year of PCT/CNA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend to duties following established guidelines and protocols within required timeframes.
• Maintain patient confidentiality regarding medical condition and records.
• Demonstrate initiative and professional appearance per dress code.
• Work cooperatively with staff and assist other clinics as needed.
• Communicate effectively with patients and team members.
• Assist LPN/Charge Nurse with patient intake, vital signs, and documentation.
• Support patient participation in group therapy activities and rounding.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

CPI Certification

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

The Patient Care Technician is responsible for performing routine, technical clinical/clerical duties and assisting the LPN, Charge Nurse, or Nurse Manager in the provision of patient care to Geriatric Psych patients, in accordance with CMS regulations.

Duties include frequent patient rounding, observation and report of the patients' condition or response to treatment, provision of personal hygiene assistance, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. The PCT will collect vital signs, assist with patient meals, and aid in group therapy activities when needed. No supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Works inside under normal temperature conditions with adequate light, in a well ventilated, clean area; some areas are limited in space; usually works around others; must expect some moderate noise.

1. No unusual hazard risks; may be exposed to muscular strain in supporting, lifting, and assisting patients.
2. Conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and on-the-job injuries.

This position has an OSHA Category I level of exposure to blood and body substances. Category I tasks are all procedures or other job-related tasks involving an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or body tissues or a potential for spills or splashes with blood, body fluids or tissues. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Promptly attends work as scheduled and completes position responsibilities by following established guidelines & protocols within the appropriate time frame.
• Maintains confidentiality of the patient’s medical condition, personal problems, and medical record.
• Shows initiative in completing job responsibilities.
• Is neat, clean, and dressed according to the Dress Code Policy.
• Works cooperatively and respectfully with other personnel, showing a spirit of teamwork and cooperation. Willingness to assist other clinics as needed.
• Demonstrates good skills in all forms of communication.
• Assists with the following under the direction of the LPN or Charge Nurse:

• Patient intake, discharge, transfer, or transportation
• Perform vital signs
• Documentation in charts
• Provide assistance to patients
• Ensure patients participate in group therapy activities
• 15-minute rounding
• Orientation of new employees

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic computer skills required
• Interpersonal skills- including customer relations, grammar, reading, and organizational skills

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• BLS certification
• CPI Certification (may be obtained within first 90 days)
• At least one year of prior PCT/CNA experience

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, lift, balance, sit, kneel, hear, reach, pull, talk, see, turn, carry, push, handle and write. This job requires you to reach above the head, push/pull 5 lbs, lift/carry up to 15 lbs, and lift from floor to waist level.