Patient Care Technician - UMHP - Beltline Health Center *Days - 40hrs/wk

University of Michigan Health-West; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wyoming is seeking a Patient Care Technician to deliver essential patient care under the direction of a Provider. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, specimen collection, and assisting with clinical procedures. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and a basic understanding of medical terminology. Join a dedicated team committed to patient care and support.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nurse Aide (CENA) certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) provider required.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients, take vital signs, and collect screening documents.
• Perform specimen collection and phlebotomy.
• Assist with clinical procedures and maintain sterile technique.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Patient Confidentiality

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epic

Job description

Patient Care Technician - UMHP - Beltline Health Center *Days - 40hrs/wk

Requisition #: req10625

Shift: Days

FTE status: 1

On-call: No

Weekends: No

General Summary:

Under the direction of a Provider (Physician or Advanced Practice Provider (APP)), the Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides basic care to patients and performs related tasks necessary to support the practice.

Requirements:

1. Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
2. Must meet one of the following requirements:
   • Current Certified Nurse Aide (CENA) certification, or
   • Current enrollment (and continued progression) in a health science program required with completion of nursing fundamentals course and/or one clinical rotation preferred. Equivalent enrollment considered will include but is not limited to: Nursing School, Pre-PA School, Medical School, or closely related health science program, or
   • Equivalent experience. Equivalent experience and/or completed training considered will include but is not limited to: Medical Assistant, Paramedic, Medical First Responder, EMT, Nurse Tech, Resident Aid/Assistant, or LPN.
3. Basic understanding of Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Physiology, and Patient Confidentiality is preferred.
4. Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) provider required.
5. Experience in medical practice setting preferred.
6. Able to successfully complete unit-specific core competencies as defined in the orientation check-list.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Flows patients on a provider schedule, including escorting from waiting room to exam room, taking vital signs, collecting and entering screening documents, reviewing labs, and updating health maintenance.
2. Specimen Collection: Order, collect, and label point-of-care testing specimens such as respiratory, urine, stool samples, and perform tests like blood glucose, pregnancy, and lead testing.
3. Phlebotomy: Collect and label blood specimens, including venipuncture, processing, and storage.
4. Vital Signs/Measurement: Measure and record vital signs and weights using appropriate equipment.
5. Equipment: Use medical equipment safely, assist with oxygen therapy, suction, ice packs, bandages, supports, and stockings.
6. Infection Control: Follow aseptic techniques, universal precautions, and proper cleaning/disposal procedures.
7. Documentation: Record patient information, medical history, allergies, and assist with documentation in Epic, including orders and messaging.
8. Communication: Effectively communicate with team members, maintain patient confidentiality, and use communication tools like Vocera.
9. Supply Management: Order and manage supplies.
10. Procedures: Assist with clinical procedures, maintaining sterile technique.
11. Additional duties as assigned, including participating in department initiatives, ongoing education, and committee work.