Patient Care Tech PCT Days Nights

Vibra Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA options

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Employee assistance plan

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Work life balance

Company discounts

Pet Insurance

Legal services

Job summary

Vibra Hospital of SE Michigan - DMC Campus in Detroit, MI is seeking Full Time and Part Time Day and Night Shift Patient Care Techs. Staff care under RN supervision, report variances, and maintain infection control and patient nutrition.

Ideal candidates hold a PCT program certificate or nursing assistant training, with current BLS certification. Opportunities exist for growth within a compassionate, patient-family oriented setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved nursing assistant or PCT program, or hospital PCT training.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical, multi-skilled direct and indirect patient care under supervision of RN/LPN/LVN.
• Report deviations in patient parameters to the registered nurse.
• Apply basic infection control procedures and monitor nutrition and fluid intake.
• Recognize emergencies and respond promptly.

Skills

BLS certification

Professional image

Organizational skills

Decision making

Tech literacy

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Tech program

Job description

Overview

Vibra Hospital of SE Michigan - DMC Campus, located in Detroit, MI is a 28 bed Critical Care Hospital providing acute care services to patients recovering from serious illnesses or injuries. Often our patients require additional critical care services for medically complex conditions such as trauma, infectious diseases, wound healing, cardiovascular disease, stroke, amputation and ventilator weaning. As a smaller, specialized hospital, we offer an opportunity to work in a fast-paced and friendly work environment where you really get to know your patients and their families.

We are seeking Full Time and Part Time Day and Night Shift Patient Care Techs to join our team!

Responsibilities

Responsible for technical, multi-skilled direct and indirect patient care activities. Assigned to work under the supervision of a RN/LPN/LVN who delegates tasks based upon patient needs and PCT/PCA skills and abilities. Will report all deviations from expected patient parameters to the registered nurse. Utilizes basic infection control procedures, basic nutrition and fluid intake. Recognizes emergency situations and responds.

Required Skills

• High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• Completion of an approved nursing assistant or PCT program or successful completion of the Hospital’s PCT training and orientation program
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

Additional Qualifications / Skills

• Current, valid, and active certification to practice as a Patient Care Technician/Associate in the state of employment preferred.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Phlebotomy training and ECG training preferred.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Benefits

At Vibra Healthcare, employees are our priority. We are passionate about patient care and consider it a privilege to be able to provide services to patients and their family members. Below is a brief summary of our benefits.

• Medical PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well as HMO options in some markets
• FREE prescription plans
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flex Spending plans, 401K matching
• Additional Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital plans
• Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc
• Pet Insurance
• Group legal - provides legal assistance with personal legal matters
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Work life balance

At Vibra Healthcare, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals are always focused on service excellence and providing top quality care at the bedside. Our culture fosters engagement, diversity and advocacy. Our goal is to empower our employees and support them in their professional growth while leading them on a path to success within our organization.