Patient Care Technician - Post-Surgical/Med-Surg

Virtua; Clermont (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) or equivalent

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Long-term disability option

Life insurance

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a dedicated Post Surgical/Med Surg Unit support role in Mount Holly, NJ. Under RN/LPN direction, you will assist with activities of daily living, monitor patients, perform basic tasks, and communicate changes in patient status to the care team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of a PCT, CNA, or RN fundamentals course. BLS and phlebotomy/EKG training may be required for ED positions.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills.
• Demonstrates required knowledge of basic patient care skills, procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, mobility).
• Perform vital signs, basic point-of-care tests and catheter care as directed, may perform phlebotomy and EKGs if certified.
• Reinforce patient and family education on care and safety.
• Support patient satisfaction initiatives and participate in performance improvement activities.
• Assist in orientation of new hires.

Skills

Strong communication

Patient care knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

PCT course / CNA training

Job description

Virtua Health is seeking a dedicated Post Surgical/Med Surg Unit support role in Mount Holly, NJ. Under RN/LPN direction, you will assist with activities of daily living, monitor patients, perform basic tasks, and communicate changes in patient status to the care team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of a PCT, CNA, or RN fundamentals course. BLS and phlebotomy/EKG training may be required for ED positions.