Patient Support Tech Pre Op

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

No waiting periods

Full benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Trinity Health Oakland Campus is seeking a Patient Support Technician to join the Pre Op team on a part-time, 12-hour day shift. The role provides direct patient care under RN supervision and supports unit workflow.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and complete a Patient Care Technician program with externship. Prior patient care experience is preferred, and full benefits are available with this employer.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Preferred: 6 months direct patient care in last 5 years.
• Completion of a Medical/Surgical clinical rotation in a nursing program.
• Completion of a Patient Care Technician program with externship in an acute care facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care under RN supervision, including venipuncture, 12 lead EKG, basic glucose monitoring.
• Assist with activities of daily living and basic nutritional support.
• Record intake and calories; monitor patient status and report changes to RN.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support patient care and unit flow.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Bedside care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Patient Care Technician program with externship

Job description

Job Details

Employment Type: Part time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift Description: Patient Support Tech Department: Pre Op Location: Trinity Health Oakland Campus

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY Benefits effective Day One!
• No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Purpose

The Patient Support Technician functions as a collaborative member of the health care team in partnership with and under supervision of the Registered Nurse utilizing principles of Relationship-Based Care, performs direct patient care to a specific group of patients and coordinates activities which relate to the flow of unit processes.

Required Qualifications

• Education High school diploma or GED.
• Preferred Experience 6 months direct patient care experience within past 5 years.
• Completion of one Medical/Surgical clinical rotation in a nursing educational program.
• Completion of a \"Patient Care Technician\" program that requires successful completion of an externship in an acute care facility.

What you will do

Provides basic bedside care and selected procedures under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Including but not limited to: venipuncture, 12 lead EKG, basic blood glucose collection and monitoring, respiratory care (i.e. Cough and deep breathing, incentive spirometry, pulse oximetry, oxygen setup, hand held nebulizer), dressing changes, collection of vital signs, recognition of life-threatening conditions with initial responses and reporting, emptying and measuring drainage equipment. Performs activities of daily living (ADL) appropriate to the patient's condition under the direction of and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Performs basic nutritional support to patients such as bed set up, assistance with feeding, and collection and documentation of intake and calorie count as appropriate. Performs other various duties as assigned and needed. These duties may vary depending upon the unit, patient type and need, number and complexity of treatment provided. Additional duties may also include nonclinical duties consistent with meeting the needs of the patient and care team.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Trinity Health

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.