Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Pulmonary - PRN

A brief summary of what's ahead

Location:
Hutchinson Regional Medical Center
Full Time Equivalent (FTE):
0
Job position summary:
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides care to patients under the direction of a physician or nursing staff.

The benefits have never been more rewarding. Here are a few things we offer:

• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday premium pay
• Shift and weekend differential pay
• 401k with a 6% employer match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Employee assistance program

Here is a look at the full job description:
Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Pulmonary - PRN
Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Complete timely and accurate documentation as per Health System/affiliate policy.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients as described in unit/department-based competencies, policies, and procedures.
• Provide care as directed to achieve desired patient outcomes for patients newborn thru geriatric.
• Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.
• Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.

General Responsibilities:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

People Management Responsibilities:

Does this position have people management responsibilities?:


Yes x No

"Yes" indicates that this position entails overseeing and guiding team members, encompassing employment decisions and/or suggestions, as well as conducting formal performance assessments.

"No" indicates that this position does not involve managing team members.

Minimum Qualifications :

Required Education and Experience

• Certification as an MA, CNA, PCT, EMT, or HHA in the state of Kansas OR at least one semester of Nursing School

Required License/Certifications/Registrations

• Current BLS/CPR card prior to participating in patient care activities.
• Successful completion of on the job training for sterile technique, maintenance of sterile field and instrument care/handling (Obstetrics and Surgery)
• Successful completion of on the job EKG and phlebotomy training (Emergency)

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Education and Experience

• Previous exposure to a medical environment.

Preferred License/Certifications/Registrations

• Certification as a MA, CNA, EMT, or HHA in the state of Kansas
• Phlebotomy Technician PBT (ASCP)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic computer skills. Moderate computer skills required for Telesitter.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Possess compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.

Physical Requirements:

With or without accommodation.

• Very Heavy Work: Occasionally exerting greater than 100 lbs - constantly exerting up to 50 lbs. 75-100% of the day may be standing or walking.

We provide equal employment opportunities

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.

We participate in E-Verify

We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before we can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. We will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed form I-9.