What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Technician position at Geisinger?
Location: Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
Job Category: Nursing Support Services, Nursing and Nursing Support
Schedule: Nights
Work Type: Part time
Department: GBH Medical-Surgical & OB Nursing Division
Job Summary
Apart from the competitive pay starting at $18.94 with potential up to $21.94 for experienced individuals, Geisinger offers a comprehensive benefits package including full health, dental, and vision coverage from day one, as well as various pre-tax savings plans and life insurance options.Geisinger values diversity and promotes an inclusive workplace culture that encourages collaboration, cooperation, and mutual respect among employees. We prioritize employee safety, provide opportunities for growth and advancement, and offer tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
We are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for our patients, staff, and community. Our commitment to innovation, kindness, excellence, learning, and safety drives everything we do.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides patient care as directed, within the nursing assistant scope of practice, in meeting the multidisciplinary care plan established for each patient.
- Identifies, observes, and documents the physical needs of the patient according to established standards. Reports any changes in patient condition to licensed personnel in a timely manner.
- Obtains and maintains the integrity of specimens in accordance with policy and procedure, according to physician order.
- Assists patients with activities of daily living and fulfills designated and delegated responsibilities for ongoing continuum of care, including patient hygiene and changing linens.
- Provides one-to-one patient safety watch as assigned following established policies and procedures.
Working Conditions:
The work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.
Position Details:
This part-time Patient Care Technician position requires working nights, including every other weekend and holiday. Comprehensive on-the-job training is provided.
Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) is required.Salary : $19
