Patient Care Technician

Patient Care TechA Patient Care Tech assists with nursing care, performs job functions according to specific age and/or developmental needs, and works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or Charge Nurse of the unit.Essential FunctionsDemonstrate knowledge in patient care i.e.: bathing patients, assisting patients with ambulation and/or transfers, vital signs, and other patient care.Demonstrate positive customer service relations.Routinely participate in Quality Improvement projects and encourage department to continuously improve.Assist co-workers as needed/requested.Support the Medical Center's Mission/Vision/Philosophy positively.Maintain regular and predictable attendance.Perform other essential duties as assigned.Education/Experience/Skill RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred.Certification as Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) preferred. Equivalent experience as a nursing assistant, or 6 months of experience in the medical field, or a current nursing student that has completed the Fundamentals of Nursing is acceptable in lieu of certification.Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required (can obtain after hire).Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.Expected to serve as sitters as needed, following the successful completion of designated sitter education and training provided.Physical/Mental RequirementsMust be able to sit and stand, intermittent 8 to 12 hours a day.Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.Continuously utilizes manual/bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech, and hearing.Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 35 lbs.Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.