Patient Care Tech - Surgical/Medical/Trauma Unit - FT Night - Abington, Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health; Lansdale, Buffalo (Montgomery County, NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Tech to join their dynamic team. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient lives while collaborating with a diverse team of professionals. You will be responsible for providing direct bedside care, ensuring patient comfort, and assisting with medical procedures. With a strong commitment to improving lives, this organization provides a supportive environment that encourages growth and learning. If you're passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a mission-driven team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Coaching

Commuter Discounts

Day Care Services

Qualifications

• Experience in an acute care inpatient setting is preferred.
• CPR-BLS certification through the American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing procedures for patient comfort and well-being.
• Document all patient interactions accurately.
• Assist physicians with examinations and tests.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Assisting Physicians

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Diploma

CPR-BLS Certification

Patient Care Tech Certification

Job description

Job Details

We are a 28-bed surgical/trauma/medical unit with a strong culture of teamwork and excellence located on 2 Lenfest West. Our team collaborates across various departments to deliver high-quality care. Working on our unit offers daily learning opportunities. Join our amazing team!

Job Description

Join Jefferson Health as a Patient Care Tech and contribute to our mission of Improving Lives. With over 42,000 employees, we're the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the region. Our commitment to improving lives is ongoing.

Patient Care Techs are responsible for:

1. Performing nursing procedures to ensure patient comfort and well-being.
2. Documenting all patient interactions accurately, including flow sheets.
3. Assisting physicians with examinations and tests as needed.

Reporting to the Nurse Manager, the Patient Care Tech provides direct bedside care and may also perform respiratory services, rehabilitation services, and phlebotomy. Qualifications include:

1. High School Diploma.
2. CPR-BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
3. One year of experience in an acute care inpatient setting (preferred).
4. Patient Care Tech/Nursing Assistant certification (preferred).

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

1. Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans.
2. Retirement Plans.
3. Tuition Reimbursement.
4. Health Coaching, Commuter Discounts, Day Care Services, and more.

To apply, visit recruit.jefferson.edu and search for the relevant job number.

Work Shift

Rotating shifts (United States of America).

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Jefferson, located mainly in the Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley, Northeastern Pennsylvania, and southern New Jersey, is reimagining healthcare and higher education to create exceptional value. With over 65,000 staff, Jefferson provides high-quality, compassionate care; strengthens communities; prepares future professionals; and advances research. Thomas Jefferson University, founded in 1824, includes 10 colleges and three schools offering over 200 programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health is ranked among the top 15 not-for-profit healthcare systems nationwide, operating 32 hospitals and over 700 outpatient locations. Jefferson Health Plans has provided broad health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for over 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to equal opportunity employment and education for all, regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, military or veteran status, disability, or other protected status.