Patient Care Technician - Elective Surgery - 36hr - Day Shift

Henry Ford Health System; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated individuals for patient care roles within its Elective Surgery department. This position involves providing essential clinical and non-clinical support to patients, assisting with their daily living activities, and maintaining a clean and orderly environment. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, with the opportunity to substitute relevant experience. A BLS certification is required within the first month of employment, ensuring that all staff are equipped to provide the highest standard of care. Join this dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of patients every day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or 1 year of relevant experience required.
• BLS Provider certification needed within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.
• Assist patients with personal care and daily living activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

1 Year of Relevant Experience

Tools

BLS Certification

Nurse Aide Credential

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Department: Elective Surgery

Schedule: 36hrs, 12hr Day Shift; 7am-7:30pm, Sunday - Saturday

• Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.
• Aid with movement and placement of patients.
• Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Document necessary records.
• Keep patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintain medical equipment.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES REQUIRED:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Michigan Nurse Aide Registry preferred. Any issuing authority accepted.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital
• Department: 5 East Elective Surgery
• Henry Ford Health Location: Henry Ford St. John Hospital
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable