Patient Care Tech - Telehealth & Team Support

Health Partners Plans; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide designated direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the licensed clinical team. The role supports telehealth interactions and collaborates with the interprofessional team to address patient needs with compassion and professionalism.

Responsibilities include performing patient rounds, maintaining a safe care environment, assisting with supplies, and supporting virtual safety and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, patient care needs and their role in interprofessional team.
• Ability to complete delegated tasks within scope of role.
• Knowledge of personal care and hygiene necessary for quality of life, and ability to apply this knowledge to patients in need on a daily basis.
• Knowledge of the risks faced by patients in a healthcare environment, and the ability to take steps to reduce these risks.
• Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care.
• Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.
• Performs validated and designated direct and indirect patient care activities to meet patient care needs under direction of licensed clinical team members.
• Actively promotes and maintains a safe patient care environment.
• Provides assistance in maintaining supplies and equipment available to ensure efficient unit operations.
• Conducts patient rounds as assigned, anticipates patient needs, and answers/responds to patient call light or pages promptly.
• May be assigned the role of a virtual safety associate as needed based on campus needs.

Skills

Medical terminology

Interprofessional teamwork

Effective communication

Patient care

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide designated direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the licensed clinical team. The role supports telehealth interactions and collaborates with the interprofessional team to address patient needs with compassion and professionalism.

Responsibilities include performing patient rounds, maintaining a safe care environment, assisting with supplies, and supporting virtual safety and