Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Perianesthesia - PRN

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holiday premium pay

Shift and weekend differential pay

401k with a 6% employer match

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System is seeking a Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Perianesthesia - PRN to provide direct patient care under RN supervision across multiple departments. The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and teamwork with the nursing staff.

This position supports OB, ED, ICU, imaging and other areas as needed. As a PCT you will take vital signs, assist with daily activities, handle specimens, and help maintain PHI privacy.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
• Computer/data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Takes and records vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration).
• Assists with bathing, feeding, dressing, turning and repositioning, and transporting.
• Answers call lights, changes bed linen, directs visitors, and runs errands as directed by nursing staff.
• Observes patient conditions and reports changes to nursing staff.
• Maintains PHI privacy and follows universal precautions.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Data entry

Education

Nurse assistant training program

Six months CNA experience

EMT or EMT-A experience

Nursing clinical semester (first year)

Job description

A brief summary of what's ahead Location: Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 0 Job position summary: Participates in direct patient care and other supportive activities under the direct delegation of the licensed nursing staff. Maintains and applies principles of safety. Recognizes when and how to upscale patient concerns up the chain of command. Works in cooperation with other health team members. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. The benefits have never been more rewarding.

Here are a few things we offer:

• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday premium pay
• Shift and weekend differential pay
• 401k with a 6% employer match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Employee assistance program

Here is a look at the full job description:

Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Perianesthesia - PRN

Essential Functions By Department/Specialty: PCT-Medical Performs individualized patient-focused care and technical tasks under the direct delegation of a registered nurse that are based on the developmental levels of the department’s specific patient population. Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates, and food and fluid intake and output as directed. Assists with bathing, feeding, dressing, turning and repositioning, and transporting (wheelchair, cart, or walking). Answers call lights, phones, changes bed linen, directs visitors, runs errands, and performs other functions as directed by the nursing staff. Observes the patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reports any changes to the nursing staff. Collects/handles lab specimens as directed by the nursing staff. Utilizes universal precautions when performing any procedure involving blood or other body fluids. Properly disposes of used sharps and other biohazardous waste. Abides by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI). Serves a population newborn through geriatric.

PCT-ED

All functions listed under PCT-Medical and the following: Functions in the Emergency Department as a Nurse Assistant and Phlebotomist as determined by department needs. Performs EKG testing. Collects specimens for tests as requested by the physician or other authorized provider including blood, urine, and feces. Requires successful completion of on the job phlebotomy training. Identifies patients and labels specimens required by Laboratory policies and procedures. Collects, processes, and delivers specimens to appropriate section of the Laboratory for testing. Maintains phlebotomy trays and outpatient draw station (restocking supplies, cleanliness, etc.) Pre-cleaning of indicated equipment prior to High Level Disinfection.

PCT-ICU

All functions listed under PCT-Medical and the following: Functions in the ICU as a Nurse Assistant, Unit Clerk and Monitor Tech as determined by department needs. Recognizes and reports unusual rhythms or rhythm changes to the appropriate staff. Requires successful completion of arrhythmia course Performs clerical functions related to the unit.

PCT-Imaging

Performs individualized patient-focused care and technical and clerical tasks under the direct delegation of an imaging technologist. Verifies two patient identifiers. Communicates effectively with patients/families and all care providers. Prepares patient and exam room for procedure. Loads contrast into injector. Transports patients to and from imaging examination rooms by wheelchair, cart, or walking. Hooks patients back up to any monitors, oxygen, etc. Positions the patient, ensuring patient comfort and modesty. Answers call lights, phones, changes linen, directs visitors, runs errands, and performs other functions as directed by the imaging staff. Observes the patients’ physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reports any changes to the nursing staff. Restocks supplies, cleans equipment, etc. Utilizes universal precautions when performing any procedure involving blood or other body fluids. Properly disposes of used sharps and any other biohazardous waste. Abides by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI). Serves a population newborn through geriatric.

PCT-OB

All functions listed under PCT-Medical and the following: Performs scrubbing functions for vaginal and cesarean deliveries and tubal ligations. Requires successful completion of on the job training for sterile technique, maintenance of sterile field and instrument care/handling. Assists with circumcision procedure; sets up and maintains sterile field. Prepares LDRP suites with required equipment to perform specific procedures. Maintains and orders supplies for LDRP unit / LDRP surgical suite. Provides support to RN in delivery of obstetrical care pre- and post-delivery. Performs hearing screens on newborns. Collects Newborn Screens and prepares specimen to be sent to the state laboratory.

PCT-Telesitter

Provide continuous video observation of assigned patients Verbal redirection of patient behaviors Notify nursing staff as patients need staff response Assist with the process of identifying patients that could have monitoring discontinued

Minimum Knowledge and Skills Required

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Multi-tasking and prioritization skills
• Computer/data entry skills

Preferred Knowledge and Skills Required

• Previous exposure to a medical environment.
• Medical terminology

Required Behavioral Skills

• Integrity: A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty and the willingness to do the right thing. The ability to role model, inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System Compassion: A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of caring that is reflected in a high level of empathy and customer service with all that we come in contact. Ability to manage conflict, consider other points of view, and offer alternative solutions without jeopardizing overall project direction and the ability to manage customer expectations. Accountability: Demonstrated track record of ownership of situations, projects and issues. Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing projects, priorities and work volumes. Respect: Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse population. Treat all internal and external customers with a positive, proactive service orientation. Excellence: Strong communication and presentation skills with a proven ability to influence and lead teams to conclusion/decision making. Proven ability to think strategically but also must be able to lead day-to-day tactical processes. Demonstrated ability to manage and provide coaching and leadership on complex projects. Must be able to lead and/or facilitate process improvement.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Completion of one of the following four:
• Completion of a nurse assistant training program;
• OR Six months previous nurse assistant experience;
• OR Emergency medical technician (EMT) experience;
• OR Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-A) experience, OR Successful completion of the first semester of nursing school clinical, which includes basic clinical skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• One year nurse assistant experience in an acute care setting.
• Certification as a CNA in the State of Kansas.
• Phlebotomy Technician PBT (ASCP).

Required License/Registration/Certification

• Healthcare Provider BLS through the AHA or ARC before start date.

We provide equal employment opportunities

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We participate in E-Verify We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before we can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. We will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed form I-9. Our family, caring for yours. At Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, the mission, vision, and values guide every action and decision. HRHS is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care that supports the health and well-being of our community. More than a hospital, HRHS is a system of affiliate organizations working together with a common mission, vision, and values to serve a community of more than 65,000 residents in Reno County and surrounding communities with excellence and fulfilling a key responsibility as the largest employer in the area. We are committed to supporting the overall well-being of our team members and their families. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Program is designed to enhance your life and career. Some of the benefits we proudly offer are: Paid Parental Leave Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Holiday premium pay Shift and weekend differential pay 401k with a 6% employer match Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Employee assistance program We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive application experience for all candidates. If you need assistance completing your application, require a reasonable accommodation, or have questions about the process, please contact Human Resources at 620-665-2032. Our team is happy to help ensure you have the support you need to apply successfully. We provide equal employment opportunities and participate in E-Verify.