Summary
The Patient Care Tech / PCT II assists with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to the patients and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse in charge of the team and / or unit.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
- Nursing Assistant Certification or Medical Assistant Certification or a minimum 1 year of experience performing nursing assistant duties in acute care nursing / hospital setting.
- Current Nursing Assistant Certification or Medical Assistant Certification or EMS Certification is preferred but not required.
- Current BLS for health care providers
- Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge and skills. Ability to use computer driven patient care equipment.
- Technical / Vocational training and ongoing demonstrated competence in one or more of the following modalities : EKG reading, HUC / Clerical, Phlebotomy, Monitor Tech
Tenet complies with federal, state, and / or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date.
If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.
Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.
Typically reports to a registered nurse or supervisor.
Education :
Required : High school diploma or GED.
Experience :
Required : 3 years of experience in a medical setting. Familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory data.
Preferred : 5 years of experience as a nursing assistant or clerical staff in a medical environment.
Certifications : Required : AHA BLS.
Required : AHA BLS.
Physical Demands :