PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN - Emergency Dept. - 36 HR FT Rotating Shifts (7pm-7am, every other week[...]

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare network as a Patient Care Technician in the Emergency Department. This role involves providing essential patient care under the guidance of registered nurses, ensuring comfort and safety for patients. You'll be responsible for measuring vital signs, performing ECGs, and assisting with daily living activities. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment with rotating shifts, contributing to the advancement of medicine and education. If you're passionate about patient care and looking to grow in a supportive healthcare setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of Nurses Aide or Medical Assistant training is required.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under guidance of a registered nurse.
• Measure vital signs and perform ECGs, venipuncture, and IV placement.
• Implement care plans related to basic human needs and comfort.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Measurement

ECG Performance

Venipuncture

IV Placement

Blood Glucose Testing

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nurses Aide Training

Medical Assistant Training

EMT Training

Job description

Job Description - PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN - Emergency Dept. - 36 HR FT Rotating Shifts (7pm-7am, every other weekend) - Jeanes Campus (252438)

Responsibilities

1. Provide direct and indirect patient care under the guidance of a registered nurse.
2. Implement components of the care plan, including procedures related to basic human needs, mental health, safety, comfort, activities of daily living, personal care, nutrition, fluid needs, and elimination.
3. Measure vital signs, perform ECGs, venipuncture, IV placement, blood glucose testing, and perform Unit Secretary, Patient Transport, and Environment of Care duties.

Qualifications

1. Education:
   1. High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
   2. Completion of Nurses Aide, Medical Assistant Training, EMT training, or Nursing student with clinical experience (Required)
2. Experience:
   1. 1 Year in a related patient care role (Preferred)
3. License/Certifications:
   1. BLS - Basic Life Support (Required)

Temple Health is a leading healthcare network committed to advancing medicine and education. We are dedicated to recruiting top talent to provide a safe and productive environment for all.