The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred.
Education - Preferred
PCT training program completion within 24 months of hire
Nursing Student with one semester clinical completed
Experience - Preferred
Previous nursing assistant or healthcare experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Required
Knowledge of medical terminology, patient care needs and their role in interprofessional team.
Ability to complete delegated tasks within scope of role.
Knowledge of personal care and hygiene necessary for quality of life, and ability to apply this knowledge to patients in need on a daily basis.
Knowledge of the risks faced by patients in a healthcare environment, and the ability to take steps to reduce these risks.
Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care.
Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
Licenses and Certifications - Required
BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Lansdale Hospital Primary Location Address
100 Medical Campus Drive, Lansdale, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national ori
Benefits
Health insuranceVision insurance
Additional Information
Job Details
With a commitment to patient and family centered care, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides designated direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction and supervision of the licensed clinical team members in ways that value the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physiological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health.
Job Description
Articulates the job's main responsibilities. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential functions or all duties performed. The essential functions listed below and percentage of time may vary between departments and locations, and are subject to change based on management discretion and organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of management to meet organizational needs.
Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.
Performs designated direct and indirect patient care activities to meet patient care needs under direction of licensed clinical team members.
Actively promotes and maintains a safe patient care environment.
May be assigned the role of a virtual safety associate as needed based on campus needs
Provides assistance in maintaining supplies and equipment available to ensure efficient unit operations.
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