Patient Care Technician - MSICU

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in Syracuse, NY is seeking a full-time caregiver for our Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit (MSICU).

You will deliver direct patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse and perform tasks that do not require nursing judgments or medication administration. Responsibilities include bedside care, vitals, positioning, feeding, phlebotomy and EKG, with a weekend and holiday rotation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification and First Aid training provided upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Delivers direct patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse.
• Performs tasks that do not require nursing judgements or administration of medications.
• Duties include, but not limited to: Bedside patient care, vitals, positioning, feeding, Phlebotomy and EKG.

Skills

BLS/CPR certification

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Our Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit (MSICU) is an 18-bed unit caring for patients with critical medical and/or surgical care. We are devoted to flexible scheduling and work hard to balance and meet the needs of the unit and staff. Come check us out!!!
The schedule includes working a weekend and holiday rotation

POSITION SUMMARY:

Delivers direct patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Performs tasks that do not require nursing judgements or administration of medications.

Duties include, but not limited to: Bedside patient care, vitals, positioning, feeding, Phlebotomy and EKG.

Is accountable for the patient care they deliver. Adheres to St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center standards of care and practice.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

High School diploma or equivalent with medical background, mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity preferred.

Basic computer skills required

Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Current BLS/CPR certification and First Aid training provided upon hire

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:

Office/Clinical setting. Exposure class I.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Heavy work: requires standing, lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying.

MISSION STATEMENT:

We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

VISION:

To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

CORE VALUES:

In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Pay Range: $17.25 - $21.45

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.