PATIENT CARE TECH (PCT) - MED/SURG (PART-TIME, DAYS)

Johnson Memorial; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Johnson Memorial Health seeks a Patient Care Tech (PCT) for MED/SURG, part-time days in Franklin, IN. You will support admission, perform vital signs, assist with procedures, and collaborate closely with nurses.

The role emphasizes patient assistance with daily activities, accurate documentation, and adherence to hospital policies. EMT certification is highly preferred, and BLS/CPR must be current.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification as Nursing Assistant or equivalent on-the-job training for at least three months.
• Must maintain current BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers.
• EMT certification is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admission by taking initial vitals, measurements, and weights and orienting patient.
• Deliver patient care per unit standards and plan of care; document findings.
• Support RN with procedures and maintain sterile technique.
• Perform EKGs when needed and monitor intake/output.
• Assist with activities of daily living and provide emotional support.
• Transport patients to departments and assist with discharge/transfer.
• Stock supplies and keep patient area clean.
• Participate in unit in-services and quality improvement initiatives.
• Communicate and uphold Johnson Memorial Health mission and policies.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Communications

Team collaboration

CPR/BLS

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing Assistant certification

On-the-job training (3 months)

Job description

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PATIENT CARE TECH (PCT) - MED/SURG (PART-TIME, DAYS)

Part Time Franklin, IN, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 2433

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists with admission process by taking initial vital signs, measurements, and weights, orienting patient/family to unit, hospital facilities and services, and documenting on appropriate forms per unit standards.

Delivers patient care promptly, accurately, and according to unit standards, policies, and procedures, as well as patient’s plan of care. Contributes relevant and appropriate information to the RN. Maintains confidentiality of patient related issues. Supports the Patient Bill of Rights. Participates in meetings and reinforces patient’s educational needs, documents accordingly. Provides emotional support to patients and families, documents appropriately.

Assists physician/provider and/or nurse with procedures which may include but not limited to lumbar puncture, thoracentesis, central line insertion, application of dressings, urinary catheterization, etc. per unit standards and within scope of practice. Demonstrates knowledge of sterile technique. Performs EKGs, as needed.

Monitors and accurately records patient intake and output. Reports changes in patient’s status (e.g., changes in vital signs, level of consciousness, weight, mobility status, comfort level, feeding pattern or any unusual occurrences) to the RN in a timely manner.

Assists patient with routine activities of daily living: feeding, bathing, ambulating, and skin care according to policy and documents appropriately. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills appropriate to the age, type, and developmental level of the patients.

Answers call lights timely and intervenes appropriately. Responds to patient and family requests promptly.

Transports patients to various departments for services and upon discharge/transfer.

Stocks and orders supplies for unit and/or patient. Removes equipment and supplies not in use; cleans equipment and returns to appropriate storage location. Keeps patient area clean and free of trash and clutter. Keeps linen appropriately stored; empties linen hampers and trash, as needed.

Provides and documents patient treatments within scope of practice.

Attends and participates in unit related in-services, conferences, and meetings. Participates in Performance Improvement initiatives to improve organization performance and achieve established goals.

Collaborates by working with others to achieve unit and organizational goals. Utilizes proper chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.

Performs additional related duties as assigned.

Clearly communicates and continuously supports the Mission and Values of Johnson Memorial Health.

Conducts all activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and hospital policies and procedures including Blood and Body Substance Precautions.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Emergency Department: EMT certification is highly preferred.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Certification as a Nursing Assistant or equivalent on the job training specific to the area for a minimum of three months required. Must maintain current BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers certification.

Johnson Memorial Health is a nationally-recognized network of physicians, services and healthcare resources based in Johnson County, Indiana. The centerpiece is Johnson Memorial Hospital, located in Franklin Indiana, just 20 minutes south of Indianapolis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristic under applicable law.

SCHEDULE:

6:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

48 hours per bi-weekly pay period.