Patient Care Technician - Oncology - PRN

Davita Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Clinical Support role in the Oncology department. This position involves assisting patients with personal care and basic clinical tasks. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and be prepared to obtain BLS certification shortly after hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year related experience required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities.
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Document necessary records and report changes in conditions.

Skills

Basic Clinical Care

Patient Care Activities

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department: Oncology

Schedule: PRN. Rotating Shifts. Weekends Required

• Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.


• Aid with movement and placement of patients.


• Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.


• Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff.


• Document necessary records.


• Keep patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintains medical equipment.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.


• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES REQUIRED:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Michigan Nurse Aide Registry preferred. Any issuing authority accepted.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital


• Department: Stepdown Intermediate Care 002


• Shift: Rotating


• Union Code: Not Applicable