Patient Care Technician - MyMichigan Health : Job Details
Patient Care Technician
MyMichigan HealthJob Location : Standish,MI, USA
(50%)* Under the direction of the nurse, prioritizes and organizes care of assigned patients, performing basic nurses aide skills as outlined in orientation, competencies, policy and procedures.
(25%)* Documents on patients chart, any treatments and pertinent observations. Provides report to team on tasks completed.
(25%)* Maintains a clean, safe and orderly unit.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supports the mission, goals, policies and standards of nursing.
Hospital and unit policies and work rules are recognized, supported and implemented.
Emergency care/safety: Performs according to procedure in all hospital emergency situations.
Provides and ensures safe and secure environment for the patient Provides excellent customer service: Demonstrates professionalism and courtesy at all times.
Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows.
An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
Certifications and Licensures:Credential:PCT: MMH PCT/CNA/EMT/LPN CertificationEquivalent Experience: Must hold an internal MyMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification or a current State of Michigan registry document as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or completion of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification culminating in licensure in the state of Michigan or completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program culminating in licensure in the State of Michigan or successful completion of one semester of nursing clinical education by an Accredited Registered Nurse Program. Effective 11/22/2019, we can also accept a Medical Assistant with the following: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologist (AMT), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), OR equivalent Medical Assistant Credential such as Certified Clinical Medical Assistant CCMA, etc. *For current PCT?s with an expired CNA certification, EMT certification, or a lapsed LPN license, an opportunity to achieve an internal MyMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification will be offered*
Qualification Source:
Essential: true
Credential:BLS: Basic Life SupportEquivalent Experience: Within 3 months of hire or transfer.
Qualification Source: AHA
Essential: true
Required Education:
Education: HIGHEquivalent Experience:
Education Specialization:
Essential: true
Other Information:
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of reading, writing, mathematical, and computer skills as normally acquired through completion of high school diploma or equivalent.
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
Mandatory tuberculosis (TB) testing must be done annually.
Mandatory Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OHSA) training must be completed annually according to the Exposure Control Plan.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
Physical Demand Level: Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs.
Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education):Education: HIGHEquivalent Experience:
Education Specialization:
Essential: true
Other Comments:
Credential:PCT: MMH PCT/CNA/EMT/LPN CertificationEquivalent Experience: Must hold an internal MyMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification or a current State of Michigan registry document as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or completion of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification culminating in licensure in the state of Michigan or completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program culminating in licensure in the State of Michigan or successful completion of one semester of nursing clinical education by an Accredited Registered Nurse Program. Effective 11/22/2019, we can also accept a Medical Assistant with the following: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologist (AMT), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), OR equivalent Medical Assistant Credential such as Certified Clinical Medical Assistant CCMA, etc. *For current PCT?s with an expired CNA certification, EMT certification, or a lapsed LPN license, an opportunity to achieve an internal MyMichigan Health Patient Care Technician certification will be offered*
Qualification Source:
Essential: true
Credential:BLS: Basic Life SupportEquivalent Experience: Within 3 months of hire or transfer.
Qualification Source: AHA
Essential: true