What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Tech PT/FT position at Blue Mountain Hospital?
At Blue Mountain Hospital, we are committed to a culture of excellence, empowerment, accountability, and affirmative communication.
Job Description: Patient Care Tech
Location: Blue Mountain Hospital
Reports To: Director of Nursing
Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Job Summary:
Responsibilities:
- Provide hands-on assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding patients.
- Regularly measure and record vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature. Report any deviations from normal ranges promptly to the nursing staff.
- Accurately document patient care activities, vital signs, and observations in the electronic health record (EHR) or other designated systems.
- Collect and label specimens accurately, ensuring proper documentation and timely delivery to the laboratory. Adhere to infection control protocols during specimen handling.
- Assist in various medical procedures, such as wound care, lab draws, EKGs, ADLs, and patient transfers.
- Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing information, answering questions, and offering emotional support.
- Respond promptly to emergency situations and assist in code situations following hospital policies and procedures.
- Collaborate effectively with nurses, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.
- Ensure confidentiality of patient information and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), EMT, or MA
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Culture Statement:
At Blue Mountain Hospital, we are committed to a culture of excellence, empowerment, accountability, and affirmative communication.
Value Statement:
Blue Mountain Hospital strives to exemplify values of Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Cultural Sensitivity, Compassion, Accountability, Stewardship and Collaboration.
Blue Mountain Hospital vision is to be the standard for rural hospitals.
Mission Statement:
Blue Mountain Hospital is committed to providing an atmosphere of excellence in healing, quality physician care and inspired employees.
