Patient Care Technician - Cardiovascular Surgery Stepdown Unit

Trinityhealth; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinityhealth in the United States seeks a clinical support professional to deliver direct patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. You will perform bedside care, take vitals, assist with positioning and feeding, perform phlebotomy and EKG as part of the patient care team.

Responsible for the care delivered and adherence to hospital standards, with mandatory High School diploma, basic computer skills, and current BLS/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Medical background, mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Completes orientation and continuing education as identified.

Responsibilities

• Bedside patient care.
• Vitals.
• Positioning.
• Feeding.
• Phlebotomy.
• EKG.

Skills

Bedside patient care

Vitals

Positioning

Feeding

Phlebotomy

EKG

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift

Description: Rotating schedule: 7:00am - 7:30pm & 7:00pm - 7:30am

The Schedule includes working every other weekend and holiday

INITIAL TRAINING OCCURS DURING THE DAY SHIFT

POSITION SUMMARY:

Delivers direct patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Performs tasks that do not require nursing judgements or administration of medications.

• Bedside patient care
• Vitals
• PositioningFeeding
• Phlebotomy
• EKG

Is accountable for the patient care they deliver. Adheres to St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center standards of care and practice.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Medical background, mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity preferred.

Basic computer skills required

Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Current BLS/CPR certification and First Aid training provided upon hire

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:

Office/Clinical setting. Exposure class I.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Heavy work: requires standing, lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying.

Pay Range: $17.25 - $21.45

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.