PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN- 5S-Medical Surgical- 36HR Day Shift-Chestnut Hill Hospital

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare network in Philadelphia seeks a Patient Care Technician to provide essential nursing care under the supervision of registered nurses. The role involves direct patient interactions, performing routine care, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with certifications in BLS and PA Nurse Aide preferred. Join a dynamic team committed to advancing healthcare and patient-centered service.

Qualifications

• Responsible for providing nursing care under supervision.
• Performs phlebotomy and point of care testing.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care activities.
• Reports changes in patient condition to registered nurse.

Skills

Patient Care

Observation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN- 5S-Medical Surgical- 36HR Day Shift-Chestnut Hill Hospital (252374)

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is responsible for providing nursing care to patients under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse. Incumbents perform routine direct patient care activities following established policies and procedures in a manner conducive to the safety and comfort of the patient. The PCT performs observations of patients and reports changes in patient condition to the registered nurse. The PCT performs specific skills including phlebotomy and point of care testing (POCT).

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• Relevant Experience

Certification and Licensure

• BLS Certification - If hired for the Transitional Sub-Acute Unit (TSU) at Reading Health Rehabilitation Hospital (RHRH)
• PA Nurse Aide Certification

Your Tomorrow is Here!

Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike. At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Located in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia, Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital, an alliance of Temple Health, Redeemer Health and PCOM, is a 148-bed, community-based, university-affiliated, teaching hospital committed to excellent patient-centered care. Chestnut Hill Hospital provides a full range of inpatient and outpatient, diagnostic and treatment services for people in northwest Philadelphia and eastern Montgomery County. With more than 300 board-certified physicians, Chestnut Hill Hospital's specialties include minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery, cardiology, gynecology, oncology, orthopedics, urology, pulmonology, cancer care, family practice and internal medicine. Chestnut Hill Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and is affiliated with university-hospitals in Philadelphia for heart and stroke care and residency programs.

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