Oncology Infusion Patient Care Technician

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc. seeks a Patient Care Technician to provide designated direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of licensed clinicians. You will collaborate with the care team, support patients and families, and help maintain a safe care environment in a busy oncology infusion unit.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, effective communication, and readiness to adapt to telehealth tools and equipment as needed, with BLS required on hire.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care needs.
• Ability to complete delegated tasks within scope of role.
• Knowledge of personal care and hygiene for quality of life.
• Understanding of communicating with diverse patients and families.
• BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.
• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities under supervision of licensed clinicians.
• Maintains a safe patient care environment and assists with equipment and supplies.
• Conducts patient rounds and responds promptly to call lights or pages.
• May fulfill a virtual safety associate role as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Effective communication

Cultural sensitivity

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Epic

Vidyo

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc. seeks a Patient Care Technician to provide designated direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of licensed clinicians. You will collaborate with the care team, support patients and families, and help maintain a safe care environment in a busy oncology infusion unit.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, effective communication, and readiness to adapt to telehealth tools and equipment as needed, with BLS required on hire.