Patient Care Technician - Telehealth & Team-Based Care

Jefferson Health; North Wales (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Tuition assistance

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Jefferson Health in North Wales, PA is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide direct and indirect patient care under supervision of licensed clinicians. The role includes telehealth collaboration with other departments and ensuring a safe care environment.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma or GED, know medical terminology, can perform delegated tasks, and have BLS certification upon hire. Strong communication with patients and families from diverse backgrounds is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care needs.
• Ability to complete delegated tasks within scope of role.
• Knowledge of personal care and hygiene for quality of life.
• Awareness of patient safety risks and mitigation steps.
• Respectful communication with patients, families and care partners.
• Ability to engage with diverse backgrounds respectfully.
• Effective communication and partnership with patients and families.
• BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.
• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities under supervision.
• Maintains a safe patient care environment.
• Assists in maintaining supplies and equipment for unit operations.
• Conducts patient rounds, anticipating needs and responding to call lights promptly.
• May support virtual safety and telehealth encounters as needed.

Skills

High School Diploma/GED knowledge of

Medical terminology

Interprofessional team communication

Patient safety awareness

Diversity & inclusion awareness

Effective communication with patients

BLS certification upon hire

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Jefferson Health in North Wales, PA is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide direct and indirect patient care under supervision of licensed clinicians. The role includes telehealth collaboration with other departments and ensuring a safe care environment.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma or GED, know medical terminology, can perform delegated tasks, and have BLS certification upon hire. Strong communication with patients and families from diverse backgrounds is essential.