Patient Care Technician - Unit Secretary Ortho
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AdventHealth is hiring a Patient Care Technician - Unit Secretary Ortho. The Patient Care Technician - Unit Secretary Ortho will primarily function as a Unit Secretary, flexing to PCT duties as needed. This role involves performing treatments, responding to clinical emergencies, and participating in performance improvement activities. The individual will also maintain a clean and safe environment, assist in patient care delivery, and communicate effectively with patients and the healthcare team.
Key focus areas include Performs treatments according to policy and procedure, Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies, and Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities.
Successful candidates bring High School Grad Or Equiv, Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS), and Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Or Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) Or Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT). Important skills include Providing Patient Care, Clinical Emergencies, Performance Improvement, Quality Standards, Isolation Guidelines, and Protective Equipment Use.
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Our promise to you:
Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
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Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
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Paid Time Off from Day One
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403-B Retirement Plan
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4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
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Career Development
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Whole Person Well-being Resources
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Mental Health Resources and Support
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Pet Benefits
Schedule:
Full time
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Address:
5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD
City:
LA GRANGE
State:
Illinois
Postal Code:
60525
Job Description:
Schedule: 40 hours/week; Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, some occasional slightly later start times
Role will mostly function as a Unit Secretary but will flex to PCT duties as needed
Up to a $3,000 sign on bonus for Eligible Applicants
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Performs treatments according to policy and procedure, providing patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture.
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Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies.
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Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports quality standards and initiatives.
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Follows prescribed isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of protective equipment, performs handwashing according to policy, and enforces safety regulations.
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Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrades skills continuously.
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Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
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Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
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Assists in the delivery of patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse.
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Documents and reports all procedures in accordance with department policy.
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Participates in obtaining a nursing history and reports abnormalities to the registered nurse.
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Assists in identifying patient needs
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Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
Work Experience:
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1+ applicable PCT experience
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Previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary, monitor technician, or equivalent medical experience
Licenses and Certifications:
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Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
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Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Required] OR
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Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) [Required] OR
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Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT) [Required]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2
Pay Range:
$17.17 - $27.46
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
Category: Medical Assistant & Technician Services
Organization: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange
Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Req ID: 152353406
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