Patient Care Technician-6A Medical Surgical- 20HR Evening Shift (3 pm to 11:30 pm)-Episcopal an[...]

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare network as a Patient Care Technician in Philadelphia. You will provide essential patient care, ensuring comfort and safety while supporting nursing staff. This role requires a commitment to excellence and teamwork in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Nurses Aide/Medical Assistant Training required.
• High School Diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under supervision.
• Measure vital signs and document findings.
• Assist with daily living activities and emergency response.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nurses Aide/Medical Assistant Training

Job description

Job Description - Patient Care Technician - 6A Medical Surgical - 20HR Evening Shift (3 pm to 11:30 pm) - Episcopal and NE Campuses (252704)

The Patient Care Technician provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include executing components of the care plan related to basic human, mental health, and social needs; ensuring patient comfort, safety, and emergency response; assisting with activities of daily living, personal care, nutrition, fluid intake, and elimination needs. The technician measures vital signs, interprets cardiac monitoring strips, identifies dysrhythmias, documents findings, and reports to the registered nurse. Additional duties include performing ECGs, venipuncture, blood glucose testing, and supporting unit secretary, patient transport, and environment of care tasks.

Education

• Successful completion of Nurses Aide/Medical Assistant Training and Competency Evaluation program or Fundamentals of Nursing Care Course in an RN program (Required)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Preferred)

Experience

• Experience as a nursing assistant, medical assistant, monitor technician, or unit secretary (Preferred)
• Experience in Medical Telemetry as a nursing assistant, medical assistant, monitor technician, phlebotomist, or unit secretary (Preferred)

Join us at Temple Health, a dynamic network committed to advancing healthcare through excellence and innovation. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for our 10,000 employees, supporting our mission to provide exceptional patient care.

Temple University Hospital's Episcopal Campus offers comprehensive outpatient and inpatient services, including behavioral health, emergency care, and specialty physician practices. We are committed to delivering personalized care in a warm, community-focused setting.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.