Stroke Unit Patient Care Tech – Night Shift

Jefferson Health Plans; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Disability coverage

Job summary

Jefferson Health Plans is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Stroke Unit in Elkins Park, working the night shift on a part-time basis. The role involves direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of licensed clinicians, with support for telehealth encounters using Epic and Vidyo.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED and a current BLS certification, along with strong communication and teamwork skills to ensure patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification must be current or obtained upon hire.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care in a team setting.
• Ability to support telehealth encounters and use relevant software (Epic, Vidyo).

Responsibilities

• Supports interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.
• Performs direct/indirect patient care tasks under supervision of licensed clinicians.
• Maintains safe patient care environment.
• Assists with supplies and equipment to ensure unit efficiency.
• Conducts patient rounds and responds to calls promptly.
• May function as a virtual safety associate as needed.
• May assist in virtual clinical exams using telehealth tools.

Skills

Medical terminology

Interprofessional teamwork

Effective communication

Telehealth collaboration

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma/GED

BLS Certification

Tools

Epic EHR

Vidyo Telehealth

Electronic stethoscope

Job description

Jefferson Health Plans is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Stroke Unit in Elkins Park, working the night shift on a part-time basis. The role involves direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of licensed clinicians, with support for telehealth encounters using Epic and Vidyo.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED and a current BLS certification, along with strong communication and teamwork skills to ensure patient safety and quality care.