Patient Care Technician-ED

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Baltimore (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Patient Care Technician in the Emergency Department. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide vital patient care and support under the guidance of experienced medical professionals. You'll assist with essential tasks such as specimen collection, vital signs monitoring, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about healthcare and looking to make a difference in patients' lives. Be part of a dynamic team in a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters career growth.

Qualifications

• Completion of a nursing assistant program and a high school diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years' experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist with daily living activities.
• Collect specimens and perform venipuncture and EKGs.

Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

Written Communication Skills

Basic Math Knowledge

Patient Care Skills

Emergency Response Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Nursing Assistant Certification Program

CNA Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

Phlebotomy Equipment

Intravenous (IV) Equipment

Electrocardiography (EKG) Equipment

Job description

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is looking for a Patient Care Technician to join our team at Franklin Square Hospital! The ideal candidate will have basic math knowledge and verbal/written communication skills to serve as a Patient Care Technician in our Emergency Department (ED).

This person will function as a member of the patient-centered care team to provide direct patient care activities in the emergency department under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or medical providers to patients with acute, non-acute and/or rapidly changing conditions and needs. Assists nursing and medical staff with procedures and/or tests and patients with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living). Performs specific care activities such as specimen collection, phlebotomy, intravenous (IV) catheter insertion, electrocardiography (EKG), and documentation in the health record.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:

1. Provides direct patient care activities under the supervision of the nursing or medical staff and according to department/hospital policy. Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and personal hygiene; performs eye and ear irrigation; provides nourishments; applies ace bandages/wraps, splints and knee or other limb immobilization devices; and fits patients for crutches and walkers.
2. Collects specimens; performs venipuncture/phlebotomy; obtains EKGs; and inserts intravenous (IV) catheters, changes of IV sites and dressings, and inspection of IV sites; applies oxygen equipment. Assists in the measurement and documentation of patient’s vital signs, height and weight, pulse oximetry, point of care and waived testing, visual acuity, and other pertinent data or information in the patient’s health record.
3. Performs routine sterile, non-sterile and other treatments/activities identified by department/hospital policy such as: Foley Catheter insertion/removal; Nasogastric tube insertion/removal; simple dressing changes and wound care; turning and positioning; postmortem care and transportation of body to the morgue; maintenance of drainage tubes; care of oxygen equipment; and application, maintenance and removal of traction, casts, splints and exercise equipment.
4. Maintains the comfort, privacy, confidentiality, and dignity of each patient in the delivery of services. Performs patient observation duty, 1:1 observation, and safe application of restraints. Prepares patients to be seen by providers. Assists providers and registered nurses. Rounds on patients based on established standards. Reports concerns from patients/families, including changes in the patient's condition/symptoms, to the registered nurse and care team. Initiates and assists in CPR. Participates in patient/family teaching. Responds to questions from patients, families and visitors in a prompt, courteous, and respectful manner, referring them to appropriate personnel if necessary.
5. Maintains the cleanliness and safety of patient environment (i.e., distributing and changing linen, removing used meal trays, checking bed/stretcher siderails and safety restraints). Assists with linen management, trash removal and cleaning. Maintains orderliness of the utility, storage, and nourishment utility rooms. Restocks supplies in patient rooms/bays. Transports and/or escorts patients during discharges, transfers, and/or medical appointments. Completes errands such as delivering specimens to the laboratory, equipment, and supplies.

Qualifications:

1. Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program.
2. High School Diploma or GED.
3. CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant from the relevant district.
4. Basic Life Support (BLS).
5. 1-2 years' experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
6. Experience as a care technician, emergency medical technician or paramedic preferred.
7. General Health Care experience in acute care, long-term care or other setting preferred.
8. CPT (Certified Phlebotomy Technician) certification preferred.

This position has a hiring range of $19.17 - $33.08.