Patient Care Technician - Cardiology Clinic

sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus

Job summary

Sanford Health in Fargo, North Dakota, is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support basic patient care under supervision in our Cardiology Clinic. The role includes taking measurements and performing routine screenings to assist clinicians.

Responsibilities cover patient care tasks, bedside care, and clerical support within ambulatory services. A CNA and BLS are preferred, with a potential sign-on bonus for qualified hires.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred.
• Minimum of six months' experience in a clinic setting preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required within 60 days.
• Must be self-motivated, independent and able to work well with team members.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity, color vision screening, drug screens, point of care urinalysis and reception/clerical tasks.
• Prepare patient treatment areas and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste per policy.
• Monitor stock levels of medical inventory and restock or reorder as needed.
• Work patient registries and identify opportunities to improve patient care.
• Must be able to work amidst distractions while maintaining interpersonal skills.

Skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Compensation: Starting Rate: $16.00 - $23.00

experience credit added to wage

Union Position: No

Department Details

Why you will love being a part of the Cardiology Clinic Team:

• We are a close knit group who are here to make navigating healthcare easier for our patients
• Opportunity to work with patients who have a variety of cardiac conditions
• Work closely with our providers - they love to teach the "why" behind what we do.
• Chest Pain Accredited with the American College of Cardiology
• Family oriented department - flexibility with hours.
• We work hard and have fun!

Sign On Bonus Available for qualified Hires

Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs basic patient care services and supports activities within ambulatory services. Patient Care Technicians are multi-skilled to provide expanded services under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional.

Job Description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity, color vision screening, drug screens, point of care urinalysis and reception/clerical tasks. Patient Care Technicians have knowledge of and utilize appropriate age-related patient care and cultural diversity, relating to the physical and psychological needs of patients from adolescence through geriatrics. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean and maintain patient care area(s) or treatment rooms. Monitors stock levels of medical inventory and restocks or reorders as needed. Work patient registries and identify opportunities to improve patient care. Must be self-motivated, independent and able to work well with team members. Must be able to work amidst multiple distractions while maintaining excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Minimum of six months' experience preferred. Experience in a clinic setting preferred. Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be registered as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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