Patient Care Technician OP Infusion- Ball Memorial (PRN)

Indiana University Health; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is looking for a Patient Care Technician to provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, obtaining vital signs, and ensuring patient safety. This role offers an opportunity to deliver meaningful care and support to patients.

Benefits

Outstanding benefit package

Competitive pay

Development opportunities & tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support certification required.
• Knowledge of care appropriate to patients' age and developmental level.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assistance to bedside RN by obtaining vital signs.
• Ensure patient safety through various measures.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Resolution

Attention to Detail

Education

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Patient Care Technician OP Infusion- Ball Memorial (PRN)

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Overview

As a bedside caregiver, IU Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (also known as a Patient Care Assistant or PCA) who will provide a phenomenal patient experience by anticipating the needs of patients such as providing drinks, assisting with meal ordering, encouraging walking, assisting with baths, and providing clean linens and gowns.

Our PCAs demonstrate compassion, a caring bedside manner, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. They provide clinical assistance to the bedside RN by obtaining vital signs and reporting abnormalities or changes in patient behavior to facilitate rapid treatment. PCAs ensure patient safety through measures like gait belts, bed and chair alarms, and maintaining close proximity when moving around patients.

If you are seeking a role where you can deliver meaningful care to IU Health patients, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefit package for part-time and full-time positions
• Competitive pay
• Development opportunities & tuition reimbursement

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Requirements

• Current Basic Life Support certification through the AHA or completion of the IU Health PCA education program
• Knowledge of care appropriate to the age and developmental level of patients
• Up-to-date knowledge of procedures and standards related to patient care activities
• Proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to withstand high tension and stress, maintain concentration amidst interruptions and noise
• Judgment and initiative in problem resolution
• Ability to set priorities and manage a high workload efficiently
• Knowledge of procedures, equipment, software, and standards related to patient care activities
• Understanding of infection control principles
• Ability to perform physically demanding and repetitive movements
• Basic reading and math skills
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of good personal hygiene and aseptic techniques

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion. IU Health does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, gender identity, marital status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities during the application, interview, and employment process. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care