PCT Intern-PRN at Sodexo at Erlanger Health System

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Direct Patient Care, Growth and Development Knowledge, Vital Sign Monitoring, EKG Monitoring, Venipuncture, Communication Skills, Customer Service, Adaptability, BLS Certification, Intercom Operation, Glucose Meter Operation, Patient Lifts Operation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Summary: The Patient Care Tech (PCT) is a multi-skilled non-licensed health care provider who provides direct patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse. The PCT applies knowledge of growth and development to perform detailed assignments/interventions and provides consistent care based on the changing physical and psychosocial needs unique to the patient. The Patient Care Technician Intern is a student 16-18 years old enrolled in an approved high school Health Career program. Such minor-age students can be employed in compliance with provisions of the Child Labor Act. Experience: Required: Current student in high school Health Career Program Preferred: N/A Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: BLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and to be maintained going forward. PCT Interns under age 18 years may not work as follows: - During hours when required to attend class - Between the hours of 10pm and 6am Preferred: CNA, PCT or MA certification Department Position Summary: Responsibilities of the Patient Care Tech include but are not limited to the following: - Operate the following equipment: Computer automated vital sign machines with recognitions of abnormal vital signs and timely reporting O2 saturation glucose meter intercom telephone patient care equipment required for daily care scales and lifts - Basic EKG form monitoring and operation of machine and the recognition of life-threatening dysrhythmias/subsequent care if required by area/ location - Perform nursing care and duties delegated by Registered nurses - Venipuncture discontinuing INT�s - Perform 12 lead EKG based on area/ location - Good telephone and communication skills - Excellent customer service skills - Ability to adapt to changes in health care technology. - Effective verbal and written communication skills - May enter the secured supply rooms to deliver or access supplies equipment necessary to carry out the core functions of their job (oxygen thermometers etc.).

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Responsibilities

The Patient Care Tech (PCT) provides direct patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse, applying knowledge of growth and development to perform assigned interventions based on patient needs. Responsibilities include operating various medical equipment, performing basic EKG monitoring, and executing nursing duties delegated by Registered Nurses.