Patient Care Technician - Danbury Health Systems : Job Details

Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations - Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York - plus multiple primary and specialty care physician practices locations, including The Heart Center, a leading provider of cardiology care. Non-acute care is offered through various affiliates,

Exciting Opportunity for Experienced Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Sharon Hospital! Join Our Team Today and Make a Difference in Patient Care!

Are you a dedicated and experienced Patient Care Technician (PCT) seeking a dynamic role in healthcare? Look no further! We are thrilled to welcome passionate PCTs to our exceptional team at Sharon Hospital. As a valued member of our per diem staff, you'll have the flexibility to choose from a variety of shifts, while enjoying attractive shift differentials and stipends.

APPLY NOW and embark on a rewarding journey with us!

Job Summary:

Are you ready to play a crucial role in patient care? Our Patient Care Technicians provide invaluable direct and indirect patient support under the guidance of skilled RNs and physicians. Your compassionate care will make a significant impact as you assist patients with daily activities, offer emotional support, and even perform more intricate clinical procedures under the expert direction of a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities:

* Start the day with morning care routines, including bed baths, showers, and personal hygiene, ensuring patient comfort and well-being.

* Bring comfort to patients during evening care, administering face and hands washing, oral hygiene, and back rubs, among other vital duties.

* Provide expert assistance in positioning, lifting, turning, and using specialized equipment to enhance patient mobility and comfort.

* Play a key role in preparing and serving meals, attentively catering to patients' dietary needs and ensuring their satisfaction. - Stay alert and responsive to patients' needs by promptly addressing call lights and conducting regular rounds.

Requirements:

* High School graduate or equivalent educational background is essential.

* Prioritize patient safety and quality of care with BLS certification required by the end of your orientation class.

* Dive into your role confidently with at least 1 year of direct patient care experience, ensuring you're well-prepared for success in this per diem opportunity.

Position Summary:

* Location :Sharon Hospital, a leading healthcare institution.

* Work Type:Per Diem, offering the flexibility you desire. Day/Evening 12 hours

* Department: General Medicine, a dynamic and collaborative team.

* Salary Range: Enjoy competitive compensation, ranging from $19 to $25.65 per hour, before factoring in appealing shift differentials.

Location: Sharon-Sharon Hospital 50 Hospital Hill Road

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours: 0

FTE: 0.010000

Work Schedule: Day/Eve 12

Work Shift: Variable shifts from 645am-715pm

Org Unit: 1212

Department: General Medicine 1

Exempt: No

Grade: S3

Salary Range:

$19.00 - $29.5147 Hourly

Working conditions:

Essential:

* Significant manual skills / motor coord & finger dexterity

* Significant occupational risk

* Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force

* Significant exposure to dirt, odor, noise, human waste, etc.

EOE, including disability/vets.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-###-#### (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.