Patient Care Tech EMT - Frontline Clinical Support

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

401(k) match on 3%–9%

Education support

Fertility and family building benefits

Job summary

Good Samaritan Hospital in California is hiring a Patient Care Technician EMT to provide direct and indirect patient care under licensed nurses. You will document vital signs, assist with mobility, and support specimen collection while following policy guidelines.

The role requires EMT certification and BCLS, with experience in clinical settings and using computerized systems. Employee benefits and a supportive team are highlighted in this posting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current EMT Certification is required.
• BCLS certification is required.
• Experience with computerized ordering and documentation systems.
• Six months to one-year Clinical Secretary experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the implementation of nursing care plans by performing direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the licensed nurse
• Obtains and records initial and ongoing patient information throughout the cycle of care, including admissions data, vital signs, height and weight, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, intake and output, calorie counts, and other patient information as outlined by policy
• Assists with mobility by regular turning and positioning, dangling, and ambulating patients. Assists with use of walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs. Transfers patients to and from other units, departments, or entities. Assists with discharges. Demonstrates proper body mechanics
• Obtains or assists in the collection of specimens for diagnostic or waived tests. Ensures accuracy of all labels and timely transfer of specimen
• Assists patients with activities of daily living to include eating and drinking, bathing, shaving, oral care, grooming, and elimination. Changes bed linens as needed
• Serves as Monitor/Telemetry Tech for the unit as needed
• Engages in evidence-based best practices that enhance the patient experience, including SAFETY rounding, communication fundamentals/AIDET, Teach-Back, Narrating Care, etc.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

EMT Certification

BCLS certification

Electronic health records experience

Clinical Secretary experience (6-12 months)

Job description

Good Samaritan Hospital in California is hiring a Patient Care Technician EMT to provide direct and indirect patient care under licensed nurses. You will document vital signs, assist with mobility, and support specimen collection while following policy guidelines.

The role requires EMT certification and BCLS, with experience in clinical settings and using computerized systems. Employee benefits and a supportive team are highlighted in this posting.