Patient Care Tech; PCT​/4MW-TCU Med Surge Unit

Position: Patient Care Tech (PCT) / 4MW-TCU Med Surge Unit
## Patient Care Tech (PCT) / 4MW-TCU Med Surge UnitDAYTON, OHIO, UNITED STATES Apply Now Find out how well you match with this jobJob :
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Facility:
Miami Valley Hospital Category:
Patient Care Technician/Unit Coordinator
** Position:
Patient Care Tech*
* ** Department: 4 MW Med/Surg*
* ** Shift: 7:00 am-7:30 pm, Full-Time, 36 hours a week, 72 hours per pay period*
* ** Facility:
Miami Valley Hospital
** They collaborate with nurses and doctors to provide personalized care for patients. They can:
* ** Check vital signs, such as temperature, heartbeat, and breathing.**
* ** Help patients move around, get dressed, and eat.**
* ** Collect samples like urine.**
* ** Report any changes in a patient's condition to a nurse.**
* ** Walks, ADLs, Weighing Patients;
Vitals
** The PCT works under the supervision of a nurse, who ensures they are performing tasks safely and correctly. Sometimes, the PCT may also be referred to as a Patient Care Technician/Unit Clerk (PCT/HUC). Like HUC, they assist with the paperwork and other tasks that keep the hospital running smoothly, which also helps patients receive the best care possible.

So, even though PCTs don't wear capes, they are essential members of the healthcare team who help patients feel better and recover their health.
** Education
* *** Minimum Level of

Education Required:

** High School completion / GED                                
** Licensure/Certification/Registration
*** Current Health Care Provider or Professional Rescuer BLS CPR certification required prior to completion of orientation.
** Experience
* *** Preferred*
* ** experience:
** Medical terminology.
** Other*
* ** experience requirements:
** Successful completion of
** one
* * of the following:
1. Nurse’s aide training course (CNA) within the last five years.
2. Valid STNA
3. Patient Care Technician/Assistant certification
4. Six months Direct Patient Care experience within the last twelve months
5. Experience in an Acute Care setting within the last six months.

Currently enrolled in nursing school and completion of at least one clinical rotation.