Patient Care Tech: Telehealth & Team Support

Lehigh Valley Hospital; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of licensed clinicians. You will support the interprofessional team, assist with safety and supplies, and help facilitate telehealth encounters when needed.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, knowledge of medical terminology, and BLS certification upon hire. You will work in a dynamic healthcare environment focused on patient and family-centered

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care needs within an interprofessional team.
• Ability to complete delegated tasks within scope of role.
• Knowledge of personal care and hygiene for quality of life.
• Understanding of risks in healthcare and ways to mitigate them.
• Ability to communicate respectfully with diverse patients and families.
• BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and care partners.
• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities under supervision of licensed clinicians.
• Maintains a safe patient care environment.
• Assists with supplies and equipment to ensure efficient unit operations.
• Conducts patient rounds, anticipates needs, responds to call lights promptly.
• May support telehealth and virtual care encounters as needed.

Skills

Interprofessional teamwork

Effective communication

Patient care

Adaptability

BLS (American Heart Association)

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of licensed clinicians. You will support the interprofessional team, assist with safety and supplies, and help facilitate telehealth encounters when needed.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, knowledge of medical terminology, and BLS certification upon hire. You will work in a dynamic healthcare environment focused on patient and family-centered