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What is the role of a PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN at Summit Pacific Medical Center?

The PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN position at Summit Pacific Medical Center is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Medical field.

Where is this PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN job located?

Elma, Washington, 98541, United States

What type of employment is offered for this PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN role?

Full-time or part-time position

What is the expected salary for this PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN job near me in Elma, Washington at Summit Pacific Medical Center

Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center:

Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.

Critical Access Hospital
24/7 Emergency Department
Level II Cardiac Center
Level III Stroke Center
Level IV Trauma Care

To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org

About the team:

The Patient Care Technician is responsible for performing routine daily patient care in accordance with established nursing care practices. Participates as a member of the health care team, working within his/her licensure scope of practice under the direction of the Registered Nurse, and follows Summit Pacific behavior and service standards to maintain a positive work environment that promotes high-quality patient care experiences.

Required Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent; associates degree preferred.
Completion of a Washington State Approved Certified Nursing Assistant program.
One -Two years of work experience in a patient care setting, acute care preferred.
Telemetry experience preferred.

Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registration:

Certified Nursing Assistant (NA-C) in the State of Washington

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Medical Assistant Phlebotomy certification preferred.

Job Specific Duties:

Performs direct patient care activities as assigned and within the scope of the NA-C license, as delegated by the Registered Nurse.

Effectively performs a variety of technical skills to support timely and efficient patient care. Activities may include but are not limited to performing CPR, taking and recording vital signs, measuring and recording fluid intake/output, placing patients on cardiac monitoring; monitoring telemetry patients, acquiring EKGs, applying dressings; splinting/ortho care, phlebotomy, wound care, finger stick glucose, bladder scanning, setting up and assisting with procedures, and administering treatments as directed by a physician or nurse.

Greets and escorts patients to rooms. Assists with transporting patients and loading/unloading as instructed. Inventories and documents personal belongings, assists in storing personal items.

Assists patients with personal care which may include but is not limited to dressing/undressing, bathing, positioning, mouth and skin care, toileting assistance, eating and hydration. Assists patients with walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed. Assists patients with meals, including preparing for meals and after meal care. Performs linen changes as needed.

Anticipates patient needs; makes frequent rounds, observes response to verbal/non-verbal communications, ensures call lights and TV controls are with reach and responds quickly and politely to call lights/pages. Recognizes and reports signs and symptoms of common diseases or conditions. Communicates effectively with patients, families and staff demonstrating a positive and caring attitude; demonstrates sensitivity to patient needs.

Implements measures to relieve pain and promote rest/sleep, such as: back rubs, face and hair care, personal hygiene and skin care, therapeutic ambulation and exercise, fresh water and ice.

Performs related administrative activities in an accurate and timely manner. Documents relevant patient care data. Transcribes physician orders, follows through with appropriate action; schedules procedures; laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging tests, and dietary nourishment with detail and accuracy. Enters data into the computer; operates computers and other office equipment with efficiency.

Performs as a productive member of the patient care team. Responds to “Code” calls. Relieves co-workers for breaks/lunches. Contributes to a positive work environment that supports high-quality patient care and patient experiences.

Maintains unit and patient room supplies. Assists with cleaning (“turning over”) rooms between patients. Checks for outdated supplies. Maintains spaces in an orderly fashion. Follows established safety precautions and infection control protocols.

Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.

This is a union position with a pay range of $19.02 - $26.55 per hour, depending on experience.

BENEFITS:

Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security!

We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Benefits offered by SPMC:

Competitive Compensation
Medical
Prescription
Dental (including Orthodontia)
Vision
Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA
Daycare subsidized benefit
Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
Short- and long-term disability
Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement
457 retirement account for additional funds
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
Smoking Cessation Assistance
Employee Wellness Program
Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team
Beautiful on-site gym for employees
Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps
Walking trails on site

PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN in Elma, Washington at Summit Pacific Medical Center

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