Patient Care Technician, Inpatient - Orthopedics

Good Samaritan Society; Bismarck (ND); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work-life balance

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Patient Care Technician for part-time coverage, averaging 12 weekly hours with every other weekend required. The role involves patient-centered care, vital sign recording, and assistance with daily living activities under supervision.

Preferred CNA certification or possession of a High School diploma/GED and ND Nurse Aide Registry compliance. Benefits may include health plans, retirement options, and time-off programs.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a CNA, must be on the ND Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under supervision of an RN or LPN.
• Record vital statistics and other basic health information.
• Administer basic health care and medical treatments; assist with activities of daily living.
• Prepare patient treatment areas and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste per policy.
• Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNA certification

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Bismarck Med Ctr
Location: Bismarck, ND
Address: 300 N 7th St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: Part time
Weekly Hours: 12.00
Salary Range: $16.50 - $24.00
Pay Info: Pay starts at $16.50 and increases according to years of applicable experience.

Department Details

• Position is for 12 weekly hours with every other weekend required.
• Multidisciplinary and team-based approach to patient care.
• Offers a variety of education opportunities for staff to grow their careers.
• The unit has an Advanced Orthopedic Certification by the Joint Commission.

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The Patient Care Technician provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Administer basic health care and medical treatments; provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc., meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patient. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Strong communication, customer service, multi-tasking, and organizational skills are needed on a daily basis. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0270972
Job Function: Nursing
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