Patient Care Technician - Emergency Dept- 40HR Evening Flex Shift 3p-11p

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

Job summary

An established healthcare network is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to join their Emergency Department. This role involves providing essential patient care, ensuring comfort and safety, and assisting with daily living activities. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant training, with a commitment to delivering compassionate care. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusivity, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on patient lives and the community.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of Nurses Aide or Medical Assistant Training is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under the guidance of a nurse.
• Measure vital signs and perform ECGs, venipuncture, and IV placement.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Vital Signs Measurement

ECGs

Venipuncture

IV Placement

Capillary Blood Glucose Testing

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nurses Aide or Medical Assistant Training

EMT Training

Job description

Job Description - Patient Care Technician - Emergency Dept - 40HR Evening Flex Shift 3p-11:30p (250946)

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
2. Successful completion of Nurses Aide or Medical Assistant Training and Competency Evaluation, EMT training, or Nursing student with satisfactory clinical rotation (Required)
3. 1 Year experience in a related patient care role (Preferred)
4. BLS - Basic Life Support certification (Required)

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