Advanced Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Pulmonary | BLS Certified

Advanced Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Pulmonary | BLS Certified

Elbing, KS $32,009 - $41,099 a year

Join a compassionate healthcare team as an Advanced Patient Care Technician specializing in pulmonary care. In this role, you will provide essential support to patients under the guidance of physicians and nursing staff, ensuring high-quality care from newborns to geriatric patients. Your responsibilities include accurate and timely documentation, adherence to unit-specific competencies, policies, and procedures, and maintaining patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations. You will foster effective communication and professional relationships with patients, families, healthcare team members, and external agencies.

Education

Certification as a Medical Assistant (MA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Home Health Aide (HHA) is required, or completion of at least one semester of nursing school.

Experience and Requirements

Current BLS/CPR certification is mandatory before engaging in patient care activities. Successful completion of on-the-job training in sterile technique, sterile field maintenance, instrument care/handling (including obstetrics and surgery), as well as EKG and phlebotomy training (emergency setting) is required. Previous exposure to a medical environment and phlebotomy technician certification (PBT ASCP) are preferred.

Skills and Abilities

Basic to moderate computer skills are necessary, especially for telesitter duties. Strong communication skills, a calm demeanor in stressful situations, and a compassionate, empathetic approach to patient care are essential.

Physical Requirements

This position involves very heavy work, occasionally lifting over 100 lbs and frequently lifting up to 50 lbs. Expect to spend 75-100% of your shift standing or walking. Accommodations may be available. Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a regional healthcare setting serving the Central Plains area of the United States, where your dedication will be valued and supported.