Patient Care Technician - MSICU

Trinityhealth; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health's St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center is seeking a patient care technician to deliver direct patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. The role performs non-nursing duties, including bedside care, vitals, positioning, and feeding.

Duties also include phlebotomy and EKG, with an expectation to adhere to standards of care and participate in ongoing training. The position requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and a willingness to work a day shift with

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; medical background preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Completes population specific competency annually.

Responsibilities

• Delivers bedside patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse.
• Performs tasks not requiring nursing judgments or administration of medications.
• Includes vitals, positioning, feeding, phlebotomy and EKG.
• Adheres to hospital standards of care and practice.

Skills

Bedside patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG

BLS/CPR certification

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Employment Type

Full time Shift: Day Shift

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.