Patient Care Technician - Peds Acute Care - 36hrs - Night Shift

Henry Ford Health System; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and compassionate team at an established healthcare provider in Michigan. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential patient care and support within a leading health system. You will assist patients with their daily needs, maintain cleanliness in patient areas, and document vital information, all while working under the guidance of experienced nursing staff. With a commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of the community, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. If you are dedicated to patient care and eager to grow in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or 1 year of applicable experience.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.
• Assist patients with personal care and daily living activities.
• Document necessary records and report changes to nursing staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Clinical Skills

Communication

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

1 Year of Applicable Experience

Tools

BLS Certification

Nurse Aide Credential

Job description

Schedule: 36hrs, 12hr Day Shift 7am-7:30pm, Sunday - Saturday

• 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.

Overview

HAP is a Michigan-based, nonprofit health plan that provides health coverage to individuals, companies and organizations. A subsidiary of Henry Ford Health System, we partner with doctors, employers and community groups to enhance the overall health and well-being of the lives we touch.

Under the leadership of President and CEO Robert G. Riney, Henry Ford Health is a $6 billion integrated health system comprised of six hospitals, a health plan, and 250+ sites including medical centers, walk-in and urgent care clinics, pharmacy, eye care facilities and other healthcare retail.

Established in 1915 by auto industry pioneer Henry Ford, the health system now has 32,000 employees and remains home to the 1,900-member Henry Ford Medical Group, one of the nation’s oldest physician groups. An additional 2,200 physicians are also affiliated with the health system through the Henry Ford Physician Network.

Henry Ford is also one of the region’s major academic medical centers, receiving between $90-$100 million in annual research funding and remaining Michigan’s fourth largest NIH-funded institution. Also an active participant in medical education and training, the health system has trained nearly 40% of physicians currently practicing in the state and also provides education and training for other health professionals including nurses, pharmacists, radiology and respiratory technicians.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health System is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.