What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Technician - Observation Unit (PCT) position at Deaconess Hospital, Inc.?
Benefits:
We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:
- Flexible work schedules
- Payactiv- Earned wage benefit- Work today, get paid tomorrow
- Career advancement opportunities
- Competitive pay with shift and weekend incentives
Job Overview:
As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you’ll work closely with nurses to provide hands-on care and support to patients. Some of your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with personal hygiene, including bathing, brushing teeth, toileting, and changing linens
- Helping patients with mobility, repositioning, and transfers
- Monitoring and recording vital signs
- Documenting important information in patient charts
- Providing compassionate care, including support for patients nearing the end of life
This role involves exposure to bodily fluids and dynamic and sensitive situations. If you’re compassionate, resilient, and detail-oriented, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring quality care and making a real difference in our patients' lives.
Unit Description:
The Observation Unit at the Gateway Campus is a 32-bed unit where patients can be observed, treated, and diagnosed. Based on test results, a patient will either be admitted to another inpatient unit or discharged within an 8-24 hour window. Clinical staff will have the opportunity to care for a wide range of diagnoses while demonstrating critical thinking and time management skills in a fast paced environment. As part of the Observation Unit, staff will work closely with patients and families in a rewarding environment by coordinating results and communicating with the Deaconess Care Team.
Required: Certifications/Licenses/Education:
- Basic Life Support: Health Care Provider, within six months of hire.
- Completion of a high school education or equivalent (GED) preferred
- Successfully complete PCT classes as required by care center/unit.
Other Key Words: Entry-Level Patient Care Technician, No Experience Required, Paid Training Provided, On-the-Job Training, Career Growth, CNA, PCT, Observation Unit // Obs // B5
