Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Responsible for taking patient history and obtain vital signs Perform necessary phlebotomy for collection of laboratory samples, if certified Accurately complete corresponding paperwork/computer work for lab tests ordered on blood, urine, tissue and culture samples Perform point of care testing such as: strep, mono, glucose, influenza, Urine pregnancy, Urinalysis, blood glucose levels Schedule and coordinate necessary records for ancillary care for patients Assist providers with exams and testing (pelvic exams, eye irrigations and ear irrigations, I & D’s and splinting/ ortho-glass preparation, EKG) Maintain confidentiality with all patient information (HIPAA) Ensure equipment is in working order Log laboratory procedures when completed, processes related paperwork using computer equipment as directed Maintain examination rooms and stocks necessary medical supplies Perform duties to ensure good patient flow Accompany the provider to the bedside Perform tasks to improve provider efficiency during the course of a shift Document the provider dictated patient history including history of present illness, review of systems, past medical and surgical history, family and social histories, medications and allergies Document patient medical history, physical examination findings, and procedures as performed by the provider Requirements 6+ months of experience as a Patient Care Technician or similar role; OR equivalent education/certification in a related healthcare specialty Preferred experience in Urgent Care, Occupational Medicine, and/or Phlebotomy Ability to identify equipment problems and correcting or notifying team leader Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, patients, and families Computer knowledge and skills, must be able to register patients on the computer in a timely manner; including use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Ability to complete and maintain CPR certification Excellent listening and note-taking skills Ability to apply written instructions and standardize work practices Strong communication skills, including grammatical, spelling and verbal Detail-oriented with proven ability to work effectively under conditions requiring accuracy Capable of working well on a team Friendly and customer service oriented Ability to manage high call and patient volume Core Competencies Demonstrates proficiency in patient care tasks including vital sign measurement, phlebotomy, and point of care testing while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Skilled in documentation, patient history recording, and effective communication to enhance provider efficiency and patient flow. Highest-signal resume keywords Patient Care Technician Experience Phlebotomy Certification Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Proficiency CPR Certification Point of Care Testing ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Vital Sign Measurement Phlebotomy Point of Care Testing Patient History Documentation Laboratory Sample Collection Medical Equipment Maintenance Computer Skills Patient Registration Detail Orientation Standardized Work Practices Soft Skills Strong Communication Skills Excellent Listening Skills Customer Service Orientation Team Collaboration Relationship Building Certifications & Qualifications CPR Certification Phlebotomy Certification Industry Keywords HIPAA Compliance Urgent Care Occupational Medicine Patient Care Laboratory Procedures #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor