Patient Care Technician II - ED - AGH - Full Time

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct patient care and support the nursing team in an inpatient setting in Pittsburgh. You will assist with basic nursing procedures, monitor vitals, collect specimens, perform phlebotomy when needed, and document in the electronic medical record under supervision.

The role requires completing a nursing program, high school diploma or GED, and knowledge of patient privacy and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required with nursing program enrollment preferred.
• Experience with phlebotomy and basic nursing procedures is expected.
• Proficiency in documenting patient care in EMR systems.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced inpatient unit.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and assists RN with acute and stable patients.
• Performs vital signs, EKGs, specimen collection, glucose testing, and other basic duties.
• Documents care in EMR and reports changes to nursing staff.
• Maintains patient safety, privacy, and cleanliness per HIPAA and policies.
• Participates in care coordination during admissions, transfers and discharges.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG testing

Documentation in EMR

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nursing program enrollment (in progress)

Tools

EMR / Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Overview

This job provides direct care to patients and assists with non-direct patient care unit coordination. The incumbent is expected to perform basic nursing procedures related to the care and comfort of patients in stable condition, and have knowledge of patient population needs in the assigned work area. They are expected to assist the RN in the care of acutely ill patients. They practice medical asepsis, respect the dignity and privacy of every patient and family, and maintain objectivity during patient care. They adhere to all basic hospital policies and procedures, respond appropriately during emergency situations, maintain the patient/family environment, and perform general unit upkeep. They use accurate verbal and written communication, document patient care appropriately in the electronic medical record, and work under the general and direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. They follow work assignments from the Charge Nurse and/or Care Team Leader, demonstrate efficient time management, and perform a variety of duties related to the coordination of activities on the inpatient unit, including patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provides, obtains or performs and documents direct patient care and activities such as activities of daily living, encouraging and observing patient on incentive spirometer and/or cough and deep breath, skin survey, vital signs, specimen collection, phlebotomy, intake and output, meal consumption, height and weight, 12‑lead EKG testing, blood glucose testing/monitoring, point of care testing, bladder scanning, transporting of patient and their medical record, documentation of O2, early mobility/ambulation protocols, clean catheterization technique (per hospital protocol), simple dressing change, dry dressing change, removal of Foley catheter, collection of urine specimen from Foley catheter (per hospital protocol), removal and documentation of IV access, assistance with exams, treatments and procedures. (50%)
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives which may include bedside shift report, purposeful hourly rounding promoting safety such as falls prevention, hand washing, isolation protocols and maintaining a clean and orderly environment, precepting newly hired PCTs. (20%)
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection, EKG completion and all other treatments. Reports changes in patient’s physical, mental and emotional conditions, as well as any issues or concerns identified to nursing staff. (15%)
• Participates in unit activity such as supply stocking and equipment/appliance cleaning, checks and retrieval. (15%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• High School or GED
• Experience as a PCA, PCT, NA, LPN, EMT, or military experience as Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat medic (68W), or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1)
• 1 year in an acute or long‑term care facility or enrolled in an Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Nursing program (mid‑year)
• Basic computer skills
• Proficiency in phlebotomy and straight catheterization
• CPR – American Heart Association certification
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred

• None

Employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. All employees must comply with HIPAA and all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

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