Patient Care Tech - PCT - Pre-Op/Recovery Care - FT Days

sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is seeking a Patient Care Technician for day shifts in Sioux Falls, SD. 40 scheduled hours per week with a sign-on bonus for eligible applicants.

The PCT provides patient-centered nursing care, assists with daily living activities, records vital signs, and supports the supervision of RNs or LPNs. CNA preferred.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and equipment preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred and maintains required competencies.
• If in ND and not CNA, must be on the ND Nurse Aide Registry within four months.

Responsibilities

• Record vital statistics and basic health information.
• Administer basic health care and medical treatments and assist with daily living activities.
• Prepare and clean patient areas and equipment; dispose of biomedical waste per policy.
• Perform scheduling and documentation related to patient health care.

Education

High school diploma / GED

Healthcare knowledge

CNA preferred

ND Nurse Aide Registry compliance (ND ND only)

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: 17.50 - 23.00

$$$ Sign on bonus available for eligible applicants $$$

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Shifts are as following:

• Mix of 12 and 8 hour shifts per week
• No weekends or holidays
• Shift times range between 445am-7pm

Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The Patient Care Technician provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Job Description

Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Administer basic health care and medical treatments; provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc., meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patient. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Strong communication, customer service, multi‑tasking, and organizational skills are needed on a daily basis. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
• If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.
• Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
• If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].