Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Stroke

Patient Care Technician

As a Patient Care Technician, you will provide direct or indirect patient care in accordance with treatment plans as determined/delegated by a licensed nurse. Your ability to assist with tasks necessary for the general management and organization of the patient care unit is crucial in the overall success of the unit and comfort of Rochester Regional patients.

The Cardiology Lab (Cath Lab) and the Interventional Radiology Lab are high-acuity procedural areas serving a diverse adult patient population. The RNs on this unit will support adult patients, often with comorbidities such as coronary artery disease, stroke risk, peripheral vascular disease, etc. You will collaborate with ICU, ED, and inpatient units for urgent/emergent cases. On-call responsibilities include STEMI activations or emergent IR procedures. Nurses work closely with interventional cardiologists, radiologists, technologists, and anesthesia providers. We use advanced imaging systems (e.g., fluoroscopy, CT-guided interventions), hemodynamic monitoring, and sedation protocols. This role requires adaptability, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, procedure-driven environment with frequent transitions between patient care and technical support.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Service - Provide direct patient care & indirect activities to facilitate unit functioning; provide safe and competent care for patients with relationship to nutritional, skin integrity, elimination & hygiene needs; take patient vital signs; ensure equipment and all facilities are clean and stocked with appropriate supplies.
• Admission & Transfer of Patients - Assist with admission, discharge and transfer of patients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates Degree preferred.
• Completion of one of the following is strongly preferred: Nursing Fundamentals, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification -OR- one (1) year experience as a medical assistant/technician in a health-related facility.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills preferred.

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

Pay Range: $18.10 - $19.75

City: Rochester

Postal Code: 14626

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.