What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Technician - General Surgical position at SimplyApply?
Summary
This position works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs and assists with individual activities of daily living as well as certain treatments for patient care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse according to established policies, procedures and guidelines.
For casual positions : casual employees have no regularly scheduled work hours, but require an understanding of, and agreement to fulfill, the minimum time commitments of the position for as long as the position is held. These are (if needed) at least 48 hours per month with 24 of those hours worked on weekends, and an annual requirement of 24 hours worked on holidays.
Responsibilities
A Day in the Life of a Patient Care Technician at MyMichigan Health :
- 50%) - Under the direction of the nurse, prioritizes and organizes care of assigned patients, performing basic nurse's aide skills as outlined in orientation, competencies, policy and procedures.
- 25%) - Documents on patient's chart, any treatments and pertinent observations. Provides report to team on tasks completed.
- 25%) - Maintains a clean, safe and orderly unit.
Certifications and Licensures
Equivalent Experience : Must hold an internal MidMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification or a current State of Michigan registry document as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or completion of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification culminating in licensure in the state of Michigan or completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program culminating in licensure in the State of Michigan or successful completion of one semester of nursing clinical education by an Accredited Registered Nurse Program. Effective 11 / 22 / 2019, we can also accept a Medical Assistant with the following : Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologist (AMT), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), OR equivalent Medical Assistant Credential such as Certified Clinical Medical Assistant CCMA, etc. For current PCTs with an expired CNA certification, EMT certification, or a lapsed LPN license, an opportunity to achieve an internal MidMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification will be offered
Equivalent Experience : Within 3 months of hire or transfer
Within 6 month of hire or transfer
Required Education
Other Information
Other Duties and Responsibilities :
Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)
Experience, Training and Skills :
NOTE : PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS MAY BE APPLICABLE WITH THIS POSITION.
Refer to job description for a complete list of requirements.
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