Patient Care Tech Kellogg; Adult Observation; Part-Time, Day Shift

Location:

1620 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60612

Hospital:
Rush University Medical Center

Department: 5 Kellogg - Adult Observation Unit

Work Type:
Part-Time - 24 Hours per week (0.6 FTE)

Shift: Day Shift: 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM

Work Schedule:

12-Hour Shifts - Weekends Includedd

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Pay Range: $21.00 - $26.25 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

The Patient Care Technician II (PCT) performs a variety of clinical and environmental tasks under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The PCT duties are of a technical nature requiring specialized training and skills including but not limited to routine (daily) utilization of phlebotomy skills. The PCT demonstrates the ability to care for patients of all ages in the clinical setting.

The PCT exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior formal clinical training. This may include CMA, CNA, PCT, EMT, corpsman, paramedic, and nursing or medical student experience.
• Maintains current BLS certification.
• Successful completion of the institutional screening examination.
• Ability to solve simple problems.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Phlebotomy.

• Prior clinical experience in an acute care setting.

• The ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
• Lifting or carrying objects 35-40 lbs. and supporting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
• Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

• Assists the RN in the delivery of patient care.
• 1.1 Reports to charge RN or designate for assignment of duties.
• 1.2 Maintains a safe patient environment.
• 1.3 Sets priority of duties based on needs of patient and unit under the direction of the RN.
• 1.4 Under the direction of the RN, participates in the implementation of individualized plans of care.
• 1.5 Assists patients in activities of daily living.
• 1.6 Accurately obtains patient data and documents all care in the appropriate patient care record.
• 1.7 Performs routine procedures, treatments and specimen collections.
• 1.8 Demonstrates aseptic technique, when necessary.
• 1.9 Assists RN or physician with advanced procedures.
• 1.10 Assists the nurse in the management of uncomplicated tubes and drains.
• 1.11 Performs specific patient care procedures such as blood glucose testing, specimen collection, etc.
• 1.12 Demonstrates knowledge of age specific variables and growth and development.
• 1.13 Immediately reports changes in patient condition to the appropriate RN.
• 1.14 Performs phlebotomy routinely, as delegated; correctly labels and processes specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Transports patients and (other) items as needed.
• 2.1 Assists with admission, discharge, and transport of patients.
• 2.2 Transports laboratory specimens and patient belongings as required.
• 2.3 Obtains blood products, supplies and equipment as necessary.
• Competently utilizes technology.
• 3.1 Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the telephone and patient call system(s).
• 3.2 Demonstrates…