Patient Care Tech; PCT – Med​/Surg Unit - Ortho​/Neuro – Fairfield Hospital

Overview

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Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

24

Work Shift: Evenings/Nights (United States of America)

PART TIME NIGHTS

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Job Title
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Patient Care Technician (PCT) – [insert hospital name]

• Provide basic patient care to include care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assistance with mobility and unit-based specialty duties.
• Act as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.
• Provide high-level customer service to patients, patient’s family, visitors, and employees.
• Document patient care accurately, precisely and in a timely manner when applicable.
• Participate in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
• Perform delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
• Mobilize patients using therapeutic transfer techniques which foster independence and safety.
• Foster independence by encouraging patients to complete tasks as independently as possible.
• Individualize care based on patient’s interests and hobbies.

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• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
• Must have completed one of the following (required):
  • Successful completion of nursing aide training program OR
  • Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC), OR CNA Certified Nurse Aide, OR Nurses Aide state testing or completed a nursing program that had one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation OR 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting

• Recent experience in acute care, physician's office, home health/hospice, or long-term care facility, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred, not required)

• Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
• Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Ortho/Neuro Unit - Fairfield

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email  If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at