Patient Care Technician Behavioral Geriatric Treatment Unit

Patient Care Technician Behavioral Geriatric Treatment Unit

Joining 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: 36 hours/week; Nights 7p-7a; Every other weekend and rotating holidays

Performs 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 needs Other duties as assigned.

Education: High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience: 1+ applicable PCT experience [Preferred] Previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary, monitor technician, or equivalent medical experience [Preferred] Experience with geriatric dementia population [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications: Basic Life Support CPR Cert (BLS) [Required] Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Required] OR Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) [Required] OR Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT) [Required]