Patient Care Technician- Adult Behavioral Health Unit- Full Time
Core
Provides direct patient care, clinical, technical, and supportive tasks under nurse supervision in an adult behavioral health unit.
Role type
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Builds
Safe, compassionate patient care and operational support for a diverse patient population
Domain
Healthcare / Allied Health / Behavioral Health
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, Activities of Daily Living (ADL) assistance, Specimen collection, Point-of-care testing, Electronic health records documentation, Patient transport, Infection control practices, Equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
Precepting new staff, Unit operations support, Data entry
Technologies
Electronic health records systems, Personal computers
Responsibilities
Monitor vital signs and report changes to the healthcare team; Assist patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility; Perform basic patient care procedures and treatments; Collect and transport specimens; Assist with patient transport for tests and procedures; Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records; Respond to call lights and communicate patient needs; Maintain a safe, clean patient environment; Assist with unit operations and inventory management.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC