Patient Care Tech - Cardiovascular

sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health's Cardiovascular Institute is hiring a Patient Care Technician to support patient care, perform routine measurements, and assist clinical staff.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and adherence to safety and privacy standards; shifts are 10 hours with a 40-hour week in Sioux Falls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Six months' experience in a clinic setting preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and equipment.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required or within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Record height, weight, blood pressure, vision screenings and basic tests.
• Prepare treatment areas, clean equipment, and dispose of biomedical waste according to policy.
• Maintain and restock medical inventory; assist with patient registries.
• Provide reception/clerical support and uphold patient care standards.
• Collaborate with team, ensuring patient-centered, culturally competent care.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Attention to detail

BLS

CNA preferred

GED/HS diploma

Education

GED or high school diploma

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Work Shift

10 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation

Salary Range: $16.50 - $22.50

Union Position

No

Department Details

• Flexible scheduling with no evenings, weekends, or holidays
• Join an enthusiastic team who is passionate about patient care
• Leadership focused on employee growth and helping you find your passion
• Outreach to Iowa, Minnesota, and surrounding cities!

Summary

At our Cardiovascular Institute, you will take on a specialized role in providing exceptional care to our patients. Sanford Health is renowned for offering compassionate and comforting care, ensuring a positive and affirming healing experience for all our patients.

Job Description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity, color vision screening, drug screens, point of care urinalysis and reception/clerical tasks. Patient Care Technicians have knowledge of and utilize appropriate age-related patient care and cultural diversity, relating to the physical and psychological needs of patients from adolescence through geriatrics. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean and maintain patient care area(s) or treatment rooms. Monitors stock levels of medical inventory and restocks or reorders as needed. Work patient registries and identify opportunities to improve patient care. Must be self-motivated, independent and able to work well with team members. Must be able to work amidst multiple distractions while maintaining excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required. Minimum of six months' experience preferred. Experience in a clinic setting preferred. Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be registered as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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