Patient Care Technician - Surgical Critical - Less than PT - Day

Stormont Vail Health; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Stormont Vail Health in Topeka, KS seeks a Part-time Patient Care Technician to assist registered nurses, provide direct patient care interventions, and maintain a safe, patient-centered environment.

The role emphasizes safe care delivery, documentation, and effective communication, with opportunities to participate in ongoing education and professional growth. On-site, 12-hour day shifts, 12 hours/week.

Qualifications

• Successfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program or equivalent.
• Completed a medical assistant or patient care technician program.
• A applicable certification (PCT/MA/MA/EMT/Nurse) may substitute for education requirements.
• First Responder - RQI within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Implement identified plan through coordination of care with the interdisciplinary team.
• Collaborate with care team to achieve expected outcomes.
• Communicate patient data to the appropriate staff promptly.
• Promote infection prevention and hygiene standards in patient rooms and departments.
• Assist with activities of daily living and record vital signs accurately.
• Uphold Stormont Vail Health nursing practice model and professional ethics.
• Support ongoing education and mentorship for new PCTs and students.
• Commit to lifelong learning and critical thinking for professional growth.

Skills

Patient care knowledge

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Educational participation

Psychomotor skills competency

Education

First semester nursing program (creditable)

Medical assistant or patient care technician program

PCT/MA/CMA/RNA/EMT or related certification acceptable substitute

First Responder certification (RQI) required within 90 days

Job description

Position Status:

Part time

Shift:

12 Hour Day Shift (United States of America)

Hours per week:

12

Job Information

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

A Brief Overview

Member of the care delivery team will function under the direction of, and assistive to, a Registered Nurse to provide delegated, direct patient care intervention, including the performance of sterile and non-sterile procedures. Responsible for providing a safe environment for assigned patients; to complete the assigned work; to monitor the patient for changes in condition and to report those changes to the RN; to document the work that they complete; and to document and report any pertinent observations as a result of the interventions. This position is an important member of the patient care team who uses acquired, clerical skills to assist in maintaining efficient workflow to ensure safe, quality care with a patient centered approach focusing on continuity of patient care and satisfaction. Making independent clinical decisions is outside of the scope for this position. Refer clinical questions to the provider or nurse.

Education Qualifications

• Successfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program. Required or

• Successfully completed a medical assistant or patient care technician program. Required or

• A Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician or Patient Care Technician certification may be substituted for the educational requirement. Required

Experience Qualifications

• Experience in an office, hospital, or clinic setting. Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledgeable of and follows proper technique for patient care. (Required proficiency)

• Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner. (Required proficiency)

• Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency)

• Participates actively in educational activities for department. (Required proficiency)

• Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Patient Care Technician - PCTC - AMCA Or an active certification to practice in Kansas as either Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician is required as a substitute for education qualifications. Required

• First Responder - RQI Required within 90 days.

What you will do

• Implements identified plan through coordination of care with interdisciplinary care team to employ strategies to promote health and wellness.

• Collaborative with interdisciplinary care team encompassing strategies to achieve expected outcomes.

• Communicate pertinent data and information relative to the patient, situation, or setting in a timely manner.

• Promote infection prevention through use of standard precautions, proper procedure in dressing changes, wound care, hand hygiene and cleanliness of the patient rooms/department

• Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADL’S), accurate measurement and recording of weight, height, vital signs and report any changes to assigned nurse.

• Delivers care guided by Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring illustrated by creating caring relationships, taking time to have uninterrupted moments with patients and displaying unconditional acceptance and respect.

• Promotes a mutually respectful environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and supports the effectiveness of professional relationships and integrates ethics in all aspects of practice.

• Demonstrates advocacy in all roles and settings.

• Practices Diversity, Equity and Inclusion principles in their daily work by respecting others’ uniqueness, perspectives, backgrounds or beliefs.

• Communicates effectively in all areas of professional practice.

• Mentors PCT`s s new to their role for the purpose of ensuring successful enculturation, orientation, competence, and emotional support. Supports students to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Commits to lifelong learning through critical thinking, self-reflection, and inquiry for personal growth and development.

• Demonstrates willingness to participate in process of evolution the Stormont Vail Health professional practice model

• Utilizes appropriate resources to provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and financially responsible, and used judiciously.

Required for All Jobs

• Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health

• Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options

• Position is Patient Facing

Remote Work Guidelines

• Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.

• Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.

• Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.

• Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.

• Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability

• On-Site; No Remote

Scope

• No Supervisory Responsibility

• No Budget Responsibility

Physical Demands

• Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

• Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

• Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour

• Climbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 Hours

• Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Crouching: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

• Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour

• Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour

• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours

• Feeling: Frequently 3-5 Hours

• Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours

• Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours

• Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours

• Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

• Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs

• Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Pulling: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs

• Pushing: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs

• Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs

• Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs

• Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

• Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

• Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours

• Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

• Talking: Frequently 3-5 Hours

• Walking: Frequently 3-5 Hours

Working Conditions

• Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

• Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Infectious Diseases: Frequently 3-5 Hours

• Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

• Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

• Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour

• Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour

• Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour

Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.

Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.