PATIENT CARE TECH - ICU

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health in Washington, DC, seeks a qualified Patient Care Technician - ICU (Per-Diem/PRN, Days). The role involves direct patient care under an RN, supporting unit operations, and assisting with transport and monitoring as needed.

Ideal candidates bring a high school diploma, 6+ months hospital experience, PCT certification, and BLS. This position offers per-diem shifts with day availability in a busy ICU setting within a renowned integrated care system.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months or more of hospital, long-term care, or medical experience.
• Patient care procedures knowledge and ability to assist under RN supervision.
• BLS required (American Heart Association).

Responsibilities

• Assist with elimination care.
• Administer hygiene care promoting safety and comfort.
• Assist with hydration and nutrition status.
• Support patient mobility.
• Assist in monitoring and diagnostic activities under RN supervision.
• Help ensure efficient unit operations.
• Assist with transport.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Recent hospital experience

BLS certification

Education

High School diploma

PCT Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health opened its doors this April as the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 25 years! Integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s), The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8, this enhanced integrated delivery system will establish a robust network of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it will ensure residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community. Our advanced hospital will offer 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, onsite 550-car parking garage, and a helipad for emergency transport.

We are seeking a qualified Patient Care Technican - ICU (Per-Diem/PRN, Days)

Our ideal candidate performs under the direction of the Registered Nurse and performs various tasks as competency documentation designates. Position provides direct patient care llimited to non-invasive procedures. Actively assists the director in coordinating and maintaining unit par levels of supplies and equipment.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist with elimination care.
• Administer hygiene care in a manner that promotes safety, dignity, and comfort.
• Assist with hydration and nutrition status.
• Assist patients to increase mobility.
• Assist in monitoring and diagnostic activities as directed and under the supervision of an RN.
• Assist with ensuring efficient operations of the unit.
• Assist with transport.
• Perform all other job duties/assignments as assigned.

To learn more visit https://cedarhillregional.com/ or https://jobs.uhsinc.com/cedar-hill-regional-medical-center.

As a Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center employee, you will be part of an exceptional team with the following benefit offerings:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High School diploma
• 6 months or more of recent hospital, long-term care, or medical work experience
• Excellent knowledge of patient assistance and care procedures
• Patient Care Technician Certification required or must obtain within 6 months of start date *
• BLS required (The American Heart Association)

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.