Patient Care Technician (Inpatient) - The Orthopedic And Spine Hospital

RegularNoUniversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Merchant Discounts
• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)

ICE | MUSL | TOSH Inpatient Care ProgramsThe Orthopedic & Spine Hospital (TOSH), UAMS Health’s brand-new surgical hospital is looking for passionate patient care technicians who are ready to join a team that’s redefining quality care.
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is a trained member of the unit-based team who supports the on-going delivery of care as identified by the multidisciplinary Patient Management Team. The PCT works under the direct supervision of the R.N. and performs tasks and duties which do not require a license, professional judgment or intervention. The PCT must pass the required competencies.
The PCT works within the Department of Nursing standards. The PCT adheres to UAMS clinical programs, policies, procedures and standards and guest care guidelines.
Prepares patient rooms for patients. Assists with medical procedures and examinations. Conducts patient interviews, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and phlebotomy. Performs EKG’s. Research and scribes for physicians if needed. Performs administrative tasks by scheduling patients for appointments, procedures, etc. using the various registration and scheduling systems. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Successful completion of patient care technician course within 3 months of hire.
• High School Diploma/GED, or formal educational equivalent
• Must be able to lift 100 lbs. to waist height.
• Must have excellent communication skills, ability to follow oral instructions, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.

• Patient Care Experience
• Patient care experience in acute care setting
• Certification as a nursing assistant or military corpsman
• Health Care Experience

• Obtains patient report and has on-going communication with R.N. regarding patient care/changes in condition; Informs nurse of patient requests or complaints.
• Follows through on delegated patient care activities.
• Provides appropriate grooming/oral hygiene and comfort measures and assists patients with activities (ambulation, up in chair, turn and reposition).
• Communicates effectively with other team members to facilitate patient care.
• Assists patients and visitors with information and/or solutions to problems.
• Documents all patient care activities/tasks, vital signs, ADL, wave tests, I&O's accurately and timely and per unit and department standards.
• Notifies appropriate staff members of problems requiring prompt intervention.
• Transports patients to other areas of the hospital as directed.
• Accepts directions from R.N.s and team members.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
• Serves as resources person to support department members in performance of duties.
• Carries out the Plan of Care for Patient using a Multidisciplinary Approach as Delegated by Team Leader.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.

Commensurate with education and experienceList of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, ResumeYes