PCT - Patient Care Technician - Internal Medicine Clinic - PRN

Sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); Sur place; USD 23 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sanford Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to perform basic patient care services in ambulatory settings. The role supports clinicians under supervision, handling vitals, screening, and routine tasks.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma or GED, knowledge of medical terminology, and basic lifesaving skills. CNA is preferred, with BLS required or obtainable within 60 days of hire, in a dynamic health system environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 60 days of employment.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.

Responsabilités

• Perform basic patient care tasks and vital signs.
• Screening and documentation of patient information as needed.
• Prepare treatment areas and clean equipment and rooms.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with inventory management.
• Engage with patients across age groups with cultural sensitivity.
• Maintain professionalism and strong interpersonal communication.
• Collaborate with licensed clinicians to support ambulatory services.

Connaissances

Patient care

Vital signs

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independence

Formation

High school diploma or GED

BLS certification

CNA preferred

Outils

Medical equipment

Description du poste

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Compensation

Salary Range: $16.50 - $23.00

Union Position

No

Department Details

Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs basic patient care services and supports activities within ambulatory services. Patient Care Technicians are multi-skilled to provide expanded services under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional.

Job Description

• Basic vitals and screening: height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity, color vision screening, drug screens, point of care urinalysis and reception/clerical tasks.
• Utilize appropriate age-related patient care and cultural diversity, relating to the physical and psychological needs of patients from adolescence through geriatrics.
• Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy.
• Clean and maintain patient care area(s) or treatment rooms.
• Monitor stock levels of medical inventory and restocks or reorders as needed.
• Work patient registries and identify opportunities to improve patient care.
• Must be self-motivated, independent and able to work well with team members.
• Must be able to work amidst multiple distractions while maintaining excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of six months' experience preferred. Experience in a clinic setting preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
• If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be registered as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.