Patient Care Technician - Birthplace - Less than PT - Night

Stormont Vail Health; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Stormont Vail Health in Topeka, KS is seeking a Birthplace Patient Care Technician for night, part-time, to join a team delivering family-centered care. The Birthplace PCT assists with breastfeeding, infant bathing, delivery setup, and sterile scrubbing; prepares charts, ensures rooms ready, and stocks supplies.

Eligible candidates have completed part of nursing school or a medical assisting/PCT program; current CNA/MA/EMT or related certs may substitute; BLS required within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Experience in an office or clinic setting.
• Proper patient care techniques and infection prevention.
• Ability to communicate patient data promptly.
• Strong safety knowledge in hospital environments.
• Engages in department educational activities.
• Shows competency in psychomotor skills.
• Certifications may substitute for formal education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team to promote health and wellness.
• Communicate relevant patient data to staff in a timely manner.
• Promote infection prevention and standard precautions.
• Assist with activities of daily living and record vital signs.
• Help with room setup, stocking, and supplies.

Skills

Office/clinic experience

Patient care techniques

Communication

Safety awareness

Educational participation

Psychomotor skills

Education

First semester nursing program

Medical assistant or patient care technician program

Certification substitute for education requirements

Job description

## Patient Care Technician - Birthplace - Less than PT - NightApply: Topeka, KS: Part time: Posted 9 Days Ago: req24116Position Status:Part timeShift:12 Hour Night Shift (United States of America)Hours per week:12Job Information Exemption Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview Birthplace Patient Care Technician (PCT) is an essential part of department in providing patients with the best experience through team-based care. In addition to the organization-wide PCT duties, the Birthplace PCT is trained in assisting with breastfeeding, infant bathing, setting up for deliveries and scrubbing in the operating room using sterile process. They prepare charts, ensure rooms are ready, and do general stocking to assist and meet the needs of the team. Education Qualifications* Successfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program. Required or* Successfully completed a medical assistant or patient care technician program. Required or* A Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician or Patient Care Technician certification may be substituted for the educational requirement. RequiredExperience Qualifications* Experience in an office or clinic setting. PreferredSkills and Abilities* Knowledgeable of and follows proper technique for patient care. (Required proficiency)* Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner. (Required proficiency)* Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency)* Participates actively in educational activities for department. (Required proficiency)* Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency)Licenses and Certifications* Patient Care Technician - PCTC - AMCA Or an active certification to practice in Kansas as either Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician is required as a substitute for education qualifications. Required* Basic Life Support - BLS Required within the first 90 days of hire.What you will do* Implements identified plan through coordination of care with interdisciplinary care team to employ strategies to promote health and wellness.* Collaborative with interdisciplinary care team encompassing strategies to achieve expected outcomes.* Communicate pertinent data and information relative to the patient, situation, or setting in a timely manner.* Promote infection prevention through use of standard precautions, proper procedure in dressing changes, wound care, hand hygiene and cleanliness of the patient rooms/department.* Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADL’S), accurate measurement and recording of weight, height, vital signs and report any changes to assigned nurse.* Delivers care guided by Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring illustrated by creating caring relationships, taking time to have uninterrupted moments with patients and displaying unconditional acceptance and respect.* Promotes a mutually respectful environment that encourages the exchange of ideas, supports the effectiveness of professional relationships, and integrates ethics in all aspects of practice.* Demonstrates advocacy in all roles and settings.* Practices Diversity, Equity and Inclusion principles in their daily work by respecting others’ uniqueness, perspectives, backgrounds or beliefs.* Communicates effectively in all areas of professional practice.* Mentors NA’s s new to their role for the purpose of ensuring successful enculturation, orientation, competence, and emotional support. Supports students to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities.* Commits to lifelong learning through critical thinking, self-reflection, and inquiry for personal growth and development.* Demonstrates willingness to participate in process of evolution the scope of the Stormont Vail Health professional practice model.* Utilizes appropriate resources to provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and financially responsible, and used judiciously.Required for All Jobs* Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health* Performs other duties as assignedPatient Facing Options* Position is Patient FacingRemote Work Guidelines* Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.* Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.* Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.* Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.* Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work Capability* On-Site; No RemoteScope* No Supervisory Responsibility* No Budget ResponsibilityPhysical Demands* Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour* Climbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour* Crouching: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour* Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour* Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Feeling: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours* Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours* Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour* Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs* Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour* Pulling: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs* Pushing: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs* Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs* Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs* Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Talking: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Walking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWorking Conditions* Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour* Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour* Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour* Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour* Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour* Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour* Infectious Diseases: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour* Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour* Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour* Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour* Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hour* Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour* Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour* Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour* Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hourStormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.