Patient Care Technician - Clinical Decision Unit

Halifax Health; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Halifax Health in Daytona Beach, FL is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the Clinical Decision Unit. The role includes phlebotomy, patient transportation, direct para-professional nursing care to Nursing Units and the Emergency Department, and related registration and clerical duties, under supervision.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, current BLS certification within 7 days of hire, strong communication, basic computer skills, and the ability to stay composed in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current certification in BLS within 7 days of hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively and remain composed in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Basic computer skills or ability to learn hospital computer systems.
• Effective communication with unit staff and other departments.
• Must complete general hospital orientation and unit-specific orientation.

Responsibilities

• Performs phlebotomy and patient transportation.
• Provides direct para-professional nursing care to Nursing Units and Emergency Department patients.
• Handles various registration and clerical duties.

Skills

Phlebotomy (clinical)

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Medical terminology knowledge

Basic computer skills

Orientation completion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Variable (United States of America)

Patient Care Technician - Clinical Decision Unit

The Patient Care Technician functions within the areas of Nurses stations and patient areas as assigned. This
individual performs phlebotomy, patient transportation, direct para-professional nursing care to Nursing Units and
Emergency Department patients, as well as various registration and clerical duties. This individual is responsible
and accountable to an assigned group of newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Current certification in BLS within 7 days of hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Basic computer skills or ability to learn and use hospital computer.
• Effective communication skills with unit staff and other departments.
• Must complete orientation requirements: general hospital orientation and unit-specific orientation.