Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Rehab

Overview Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If you’re dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team. Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status. At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes health, professional development, and work-life balance. Available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off (PTO) Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder care, childcare, auto and home insurance Job Description The Patient Care Associate (PCA) is a member of the patient care services team with primary responsibilities for technical, multi-skilled direct and indirect patient care activities. The PCA is assigned to work under the supervision of a registered nurse who delegates tasks based upon patient needs and PCA skills and abilities. Typical duties include, but are not limited to, patient care needs, transporting patients, specimens and/or supplies. The PCA will report all deviations from expected patient parameters to the registered nurse. Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Graduation from a school of practical nursing ...OR... Completion Of One Of The Following A Certified PCA/PCT Program A Certified Nurse Assistant Program or equivalent training A Medical Assistant Program An EMT program A phlebotomy training program At least 2 years of work experience as a patient care associate / tech (must be inpatient setting) With six (6) months direct patient care experience, preferred Facility Description DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan is one of the nation’s largest hospitals specializing in rehabilitation medicine and research. RIM is known for its clinical expertise in spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, amputee, orthopedics and catastrophic injury care. The Institute houses the Center for Spinal Cord Injury Recovery and the Southeastern Michigan Traumatic Brain Injury System (SEMTBIS), one of only 16 federally designated model systems of care for brain injury care and research. RIM also operates 31 outpatient sites throughout southeast Michigan specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics. EEO Statement Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. E-Verify: The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Detroit Medical Center