Patient Care Technician-ED

MedStar Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare system as a Patient Care Technician in the bustling Emergency Department. This role is vital in providing direct patient care, assisting with essential daily activities, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. You will work closely with a dedicated team, performing critical tasks such as specimen collection, IV management, and vital sign assessments. With opportunities for growth in one of the largest healthcare systems in the region, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in patient care. If you're ready to take the next step in your healthcare career, apply today!

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program.
• 1-2 years' experience as a CNA is preferred.
• Experience in acute or long-term care settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care activities under supervision.
• Collects specimens and performs venipuncture/phlebotomy.
• Maintains patient comfort, privacy, and safety.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Basic Math Knowledge

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

IV Catheter Insertion

EKG

ADLs Assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Nursing Assistant Certification Program

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

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 Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). 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 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 supervision, assisting with ADLs, personal hygiene, and performing treatments like eye and ear irrigation, applying dressings, and fitting patients for mobility aids.

2. Collects specimens, performs venipuncture/phlebotomy, obtains EKGs, inserts and manages IVs, and assists in vital signs and other assessments, documenting all in the health record.

3. Performs routine sterile and non-sterile treatments such as Foley catheter insertion/removal, NG tube management, wound care, turning and positioning, and care of oxygen and traction devices.

4. Maintains patient comfort, privacy, confidentiality, and dignity. Performs observation duties, assists with CPR, and participates in patient/family teaching. Reports concerns and changes in patient conditions to the care team.

5. Ensures a safe environment by maintaining cleanliness, safety, and orderliness of patient and utility areas. Transports patients and completes errands like specimen delivery.

Qualifications:

• Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) from the relevant district.

• Basic Life Support (BLS).

• 1-2 years' experience as a CNA.

• Experience as a care technician, emergency medical technician, or paramedic is preferred.

• General healthcare experience in acute, long-term, or other settings is preferred.

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification is preferred.

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