Patient Care Technician Emergency Dept., FT Days

El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

El Paso Children’s Hospital Corporation seeks a Patient Care Technician to join the nursing care team. You will assist with ADLs under RN supervision, monitor patient status, and contribute to a safe, cost-effective care environment.

Qualifications include high school diploma or GED, current BLS, and CPT/CNA/EMT/CMA certification. One year phlebotomy experience preferred; bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Strong communication and clinical skills are essential in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• One year phlebotomy experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Certifications CPT, CNA, EMT, or CMA.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend English to follow instructions and safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the RN in providing ADL needs of patients.
• Communicate and document patients' status.
• Participate in continuing education programs, surveys and staff meetings.
• Follow hospital policies supporting performance improvement.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Venipuncture

Capillary techniques

Clinical skills

Communication

Medical terminology

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Current BLS Certification

CPT

CNA

EMT

CMA

Job description

Position SummaryFunctions as a key member of the nursing care team by participating in the implementation of select components of the patient’s plan of care under the direct training of the Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse, Clinical Coordinator, and Director. Promotes exceptional customer service with patients and their families and makes recommendations for improved patient care and the promotion and maintenance of a safe, cost-effective healthcare environment. Assists the Registered Nurse in providing ADL (activities of daily living) needs of patients. Communicates and documents patients’ status. Participates in various continuing education programs, surveys and attends staff meetings as directed. Follows hospital policies and procedures supporting performance improvement efforts in patient care services. Performs related duties as required.Minimum Position RequirementsWork Experience:One (1) year phlebotomy experience, preferred.Education and TrainingHigh school diploma or GED equivalent.License/Registration/CertificationCurrent BLS (Basic Life Support).Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certificate.Skills:Competent in clinical skills required of Patient Care Technician.Effective oral and written communication skills.Ability to function effectively in a challenging environment.Proficient in venipuncture and capillary techniques.Proficient in waived and moderate complexity testing procedures.Knowledge of medical terminology.Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safetyprecautions.