Job Summary
The Patient Care Technician plays a crucial role in delivering direct care to patients by monitoring vital signs, assisting during medical procedures, and supporting the nursing team. This position also encompasses clerical responsibilities, equipment maintenance, and managing the processes of patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Responsibilities
- Perform direct patient care tasks, such as taking vital signs.
- Assist nursing staff during medical procedures.
- Conduct clerical duties and maintain necessary equipment.
- Coordinate the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent is essential.
- Required certifications include an EMT license, CNA certification, or enrollment as a second-year nursing student.
- A minimum of one year of hands-on experience in an acute care environment is necessary.
- Current BLS certification is mandatory.
INSIGHT Surgical Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
