What are the responsibilities and job description for the OR- Patient Care Tech position at Pomerene Hospital?

Job Description

Pomerene Hospital, situated in Millersburg, Ohio, is a community-focused healthcare facility dedicated to providing quality medical services to the region. Known for its patient-centered approach, the hospital offers a range of services, including emergency and hospital medical care, surgical procedures, specialized treatments, as well as physician-based services. Pomerene plays a vital role in enhancing the well-being of its community, fostering a compassionate environment for patients and their families, serving out the mission of "caring for our community's health".

Today, Pomerene Hospital operates as a 55-bed, independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital. As one of the largest employers in Holmes County, Pomerene Hospital serves not only the local community but also residents from all neighboring counties.

At Pomerene we are proud to be awarded the 2024 NorthCoast 99 Award for being a Great NEO Workplace for Top Talent, working with us you will be eligible for :

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
Short-Term Disability
FSA Options
403(b) with Employer Matching & Contributions
Employer-Paid Certifications
Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Paid Time Off

An exciting career awaits you at Pomerene, we are looking for a patient care tech to join our team.

Job Summary

The primary purpose of the Patient Care Technician Level 1 (PCT-1) is to work across multiple clinical areas within the department including : ambulatory care, sterile processing, operating room, and phlebotomy. Essential job functions include sterile processing, ordering lab tests in CPSI, obtaining blood specimens, perform EKGs, perform bladder scans under the guidance of a registered nurse, vital signs, documentation of care, stocks departmental supplies, transporting specimens to the lab, transporting patients, obtains blood glucose, room turnover clerical duties : including answering phones, and order entry.

The PCT-1 assigned to the Surgical Services Unit will demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide safe, timely, effective, quality, age appropriate, culture appropriate, cost conscious and evidenced based care. The PCT-1 provides patient care on an individualized basis, according to organizational policies and procedures. Within the level of the PCT-1 qualifications, may be assigned to work on other nursing units based on patient census and staffing needs.

Essential Functions

Moves throughout the facility as needed, appropriately assists in emergency drills and situations, and demonstrates the physical and clinical capacity to provide direct patient care and assistance with activities of daily living as described in the tasks and duties of this position.

Performs clerical / administrative / phlebotomy tasks and duties as needed.

Performs all tasks and duties within appropriate scope of practice under the direction of an RN.

Works cooperatively with unit staff, physicians and ancillary departments.

Performs all tasks and duties of this position according to hospital and department policy and procedure.

Demonstrates commitment to Pomerene Hospital’s Values.

Actively supports and encourages Primary Support Person (PSP) / Family involvement in patient's care, with consent of patient. Encourages PSP / family members presence at the patient's bedside and participation in the patient's care. Promotes comfortable environment in which PSP / family members may stay with patient.

Education

High School Diploma / GED -Required

Experience / Certificates

1-3 years if MA / STNA / Phlebotomist experience - preferred

BCLS certification

May be obtained during orientation period- required

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