HEALTHCARE TECH; PRN

Job Summary Healthcare Technician must have the skill and knowledge to provide population specific care. They must assist with the collection of data for objective assessment and identify the needs and requirements of the patient to report to the charge nurse or team leader. They will also coordinate with the healthcare team to relocate patients from their rooms to various locations for X‑rays, scans, surgery, and other medical tests, and assist with other duties as assigned. The Healthcare Technician reports directly to the Patient Care Coordinator. Qualifications Education: High school graduate, or equivalent, preferred. Licensure/Certification: Completion of Health Care Technician course at BRHC upon hire. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required, or attend first offered BLS class upon hire to obtain certification. Work Experience: Experience as nurse aide or orderly preferred. On‑the‑job training will be provided. Responsibilities / Job Duties Ensure self‑compliance with regulatory and government standards of care. Demonstrate the knowledge and skill to perform direct personal care of the patient. Hold oneself accountable and responsible for work performance and continuous improvement of patient care in one's work area and throughout the hospital. Organize care and prioritize it by communicating and collaborating with others for a multidisciplinary approach to provide continuity of care. Ensure the satisfactory completion of personal care for patient and family. Transport patients safely to designated areas in a punctual and timely manner. Assist and position patients in and out of beds, chairs, and vehicles to prepare for transport, and assist with patient robing and disrobing. Transport medical equipment, supplies, and laboratory specimens to designated treatment, diagnostic, and patient care areas. Clean rooms and equipment as requested. Round in patient reception areas, update patients on wait times, and offer warm blankets. Comfort patients and their families by offering support and encouragement; be punctual and attentive to procedure schedules; demonstrate caring and cultural sensitivity. Provide support as a Nurse Assistant and Constant Observer as needed. Other duties as assigned. Required Staff Competencies Demonstrates support for organizational and departmental mission. Supports and demonstrates knowledge of the Strategic Plan and the Hospital Key Initiatives. Fosters and promotes teamwork within the department and the organization as a whole. Works to resolve conflicts constructively and in a timely manner. Communicates effectively and simply with every customer and co‑worker. Displays a positive, courteous, and friendly attitude toward all contacts. Builds good relationships with others based on sustained mutual support toward common goals. Exercises good judgment, reasoning, and concentration to detail and takes personal accountability for all actions in carrying out job duties. Is customer‑focused and committed to Quality and Process Improvement with a strong desire to provide service excellence. Possesses and displays a strong knowledge and understanding of the standards of practice for the position, including, where applicable, commensurate computer skills; population‑specific and general competencies; organizational skills; time and project management. Possesses a vigorous and enthusiastic desire to learn and to grow both personally and professionally, and to improve one's skills to deliver the best possible care for our customers. Working Conditions Direct patient contact, possible exposure to infections, communicable diseases, and bloodborne pathogens. Occasional exposure to radiation and electromechanical hazards. Work indoors in a well‑lighted and ventilated environment. Handles emergency or crisis situations. Occasional irregular hours. Frequent interruptions. Compliance with ADA guidelines. Lifting and positioning of patients. Lifting supplies. Standing and walking most of the day. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bothwell Regional Health Center