Patient Care Technician - Emergency Dept, Per Diem Days, Mt. Holly

Virtua Medical Group; Holly (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to join their Emergency Department team. In this per diem role, you will assist patients with daily living activities while ensuring high standards of care and safety. You'll work closely under the supervision of registered nurses, performing essential tasks such as vital signs monitoring and patient education. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your skills in a supportive environment, contributing to patient satisfaction and care quality. If you are passionate about patient care and looking for a flexible schedule, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic patient care skills and procedures required.
• Strong communication skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and communicate with healthcare team.
• Perform technical duties and document patient status changes.

Skills

Patient Care Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Duties (Vital Signs, EKGs)

Safety Practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PCT Course or Equivalent

Tools

BLS Certification

Phlebotomy Training

Job description

Patient Care Technician - Emergency Dept, Per Diem Days, Mt. Holly

Location: Mount Holly - 175 Madison Avenue

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification: Per Diem

Time Type: Part time

Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours: 0

Job Information:

Summary:
Under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or LPN, assists with patients’ activities of daily living and plan of care. Communicates with and supports healthcare team, patients, and/or patient’s family or significant other(s). Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Supports the activities of daily living to include bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, feeding, toileting/hygiene, and assisting with mobility and transport. Demonstrates standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patient practice.
2. Performs technical duties as directed by RN/LPN, such as vital signs, point of care testing, bladder scanning, and foley catheter care specific to population served and documents appropriately. May perform phlebotomy and EKGs, if certified. Identifies and communicates changes in patient’s status to RN/LPN and responds appropriately.
3. Reinforces education of patient and family/responsible party regarding individual care needs and safety issues.
4. Participates in Virtua patient satisfaction initiatives and goals.
5. Participates in the performance improvement activities.
6. Assists in orientation of new hires.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:
Demonstrates required knowledge of basic patient care skills, procedures, and standards. Must have strong communication skills.

Required Education:
High School Diploma or Grade Equivalent Diploma (GED) required. Must have successfully completed a PCT course, a fundamentals nursing course in an RN program, Certified Nursing Assistant program, or have worked an equivalent of 1 year of direct patient care.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:
BLS certification. Phlebotomy training/education is required for the Emergency Department positions. Enhances skills through ongoing education and training. Maintains regulatory and departmental level competencies.