Patient Care Technician-HCC 13-Day Shift (37.5 Hours)
$63,648–$63,648 year
On-siteManhattan, New York, United States
Job Summary
Answer patient call lights promptly and complete personal care requests while reporting non-delegated needs to the assigned nurse. Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures, and help prepare patients for appointments by moving them to stretchers or wheelchairs. Perform delegated tasks including phlebotomy, fingersticks, and EKGs, while maintaining unit cleanliness, inventorying supplies, and ensuring infection control standards. Observe patient behavior and safety, particularly for those in restraints, and provide security for personal property. Run errands to other departments for specimens and equipment, and participate in unit meetings and orientation of new technicians.
Required Qualifications
- High School graduate or equivalent
- Graduate of a PCT program w/ at least 6 months hospital experience
- CNA graduate plus course completion in EKG & Phlebotomy and PCT certification eligible plus at least 6 months hospital experience
- PCT Certification through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) w/ at least 6 months hospital experience
- BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA)
- Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA)
- Working knowledge of English is evident in verbal, reading and writing abilities
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Must complete PCT online program within 3 months of hire
Desired Qualifications
- other language
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