PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to join their team. This role involves providing essential support to patients, assisting with daily activities, and ensuring their comfort and safety. The ideal candidate will hold a current CNA certification and have a passion for patient care. You will be part of a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion, where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of others. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare and promoting well-being in the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee tuition reimbursement

On-campus gym

Qualifications

• Must have current Maryland CNA certification and CPR certification.
• Six months of experience as a PCT or currently enrolled in a nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with changing and dressing.
• Transport patients by stretcher, bed, or wheelchair.
• Identify and report abnormal findings to nursing staff.

Skills

Patient Care

CNA Certification

CPR Certification

Communication Skills

Education

Current Maryland CNA Certification

Basic Technician Training in Nursing

Job description

Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center,
Baltimore,
MD 21224

Category: Nursing Support/Patient Care

Schedule: Rotating Shift

Employment Type: Full Time

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

Shifts: Rotating

The Patient Care Technician, CNA performs routine and specialized tasks in providing direct patient care under the functional direction of a registered nurse.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the patient with changing/dressing.
• Transports the patient by stretcher, bed, or wheelchair (this is a large part of the job)
• Identifies abnormal findings that could adversely affect surgical and patient outcomes, including abnormal vital signs, Accucheck results, lab, EKG, and CXR results
• Report all abnormal findings to the appropriate nursing staff.
• Escorts patients to holding rooms.
• Assists with patient changing, and removal of belongings such as jewelry, dentures, contact lenses, etc.
• Orients patients and families to the environment

Qualifications:

• Current Maryland CNA certification
• CPR certification - AHA, Red Cross, or Military Training Network accepted.
• Six months of previous experience as a PCT, patient aide, or geriatric nursing assistant, or currently enrolled in a nursing program and has completed basic technician training in nursing.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee tuition reimbursement
• On-campus gym

Important Notices: Effective January 1st. 2022, you must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of your vaccination status as part of your occupational health screening. Exceptions to the COVID-19 vaccination requirement may be granted to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons by following the proper protocols. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Johns Hopkins Health System remains committed to providing the highest quality care for our patients and our communities.

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Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

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