Patient Care Tech

Patient Care Technician OrthoJoining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.Schedule: 24 hours/week; Days 6:45am – 7:15pm, w/rotating weekends and holidaysPerforms treatments according to policy and procedure, providing patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture.Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies.Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports quality standards and initiatives.Follows prescribed isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of protective equipment, performs handwashing according to policy, and enforces safety regulations.Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrades skills continuously.Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.Assists in the delivery of patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse.Documents and reports all procedures in accordance with department policy.Participates in obtaining a nursing history and reports abnormalities to the registered nurse.Assists in identifying patient needsOther duties as assigned.Education: High School Grad or Equiv [Required]Work Experience: 1+ applicable PCT experiencePrevious bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary, monitor technician, or equivalent medical experienceLicenses and Certifications: Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Required] ORCertified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) [Required] OREmergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT) [Required]Pay Range: $17.17 – $27.46This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.