Patient Care Technician Cardiac Telemetry

Company: HCA Healthcare
Location: Independence
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

Description Do you have the career opportunities as a Patient Care Technician you want in your current role? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join , a facility that is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At CPMC we off an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Some of our unique benefits we offer include:

• Student Loan Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Programs
• Paid Personal Leave
• 401k (100% annual match - 3%-9% of pay based on years of service)
• Identity Theft Protection discounts
• Auto, Home, and Life Insurance options
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• - If you dream of advancing your career in clinical care, we have an opportunity to help you earn your associate's degree or diploma with no out-of-pocket costs. The program also offers options to help complete your high school diploma or improve your English language skills before starting college.Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Centerpoint family! We will provide you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are currently looking for an ambitious Patient Care Technician to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential here!A Patient Care Technicians main role is to provide basic care to patients, as well as assist them with things they might have trouble with on their own, such as bathing. Because of the personal nature of the job, a Patient Care Technician has strong people skills and the ability to be compassionate and enjoy helping others.About this unit:
  • If you like variety, working as a PCT is for you. Each shift will be exciting, different and challenging!
  • As a hands-on caregiver, you are the one who has the privilege of holding a patient's hand and listening to the person's life story.
  • 36 Bed Unit focused on Medical Surgical Patients and Oncology Patients
    • Variety of modalities including: medical, pulmonary, GI, COPD, Asthma, Renal, Surgery patients, Oncology, GIP Program partnership
    • Strong Team environment, collaborative and supportive, with development for career growth, educator on unit.
    • 10 to 12 Patient Ratio for PCTsResponsibilities:
      • The Patient Care Technician (PCT) delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living.
      • Under direct supervision of the Director or Manager, and close direction of a registered nurse, administers patient care and related activities, services and/or procedures to promote the physical and emotional health and personal comfort needs for assigned patients.
      • Delivery of patient care includes data collection, documentation, communication and implementation of patient care interventions in accordance with state Nursing Practice Acts and generic/unit structure standards.
      • The Patient Care Technician provides care for young adult patients 17 years and up; adult patients between 18 to 64 years; and geriatric patients 65 years and older.
        • A minimum of a High school diploma or GED required.
        • 1+ years of experience in an acute care setting, Preferred.
        • Missouri Certified Nursing Assistant License required or completion of the HCA Pre-Star Tech program within 60 days of hire date.
        • BCLS certification required upon hire unless completing the HCA Pre-Star Tech program then BCLS required within 60 days of hire date.
        • No experience required - Must be able to attend 3 weeks of training (Monday-Friday 8am-5pm) The Centerpoint hospital features 285 beds, state-of-the-art equipment and technology, and some of the latest available to patients. Along with our high-tech services, we also remain focused on providing compassionate care and the best possible customer service for our patients.The award-winning Independence hospital has the area's most-awarded . And with the ER Rapid Care, you receive a level of care completely tailored to the optimal experience for adults or children who are less sick and deserve rapid attention to their illness. And whether you're embracing motherhood, seeking treatment for illness or maintaining wellness, our women's services are, too, tailored around you.HCA Healthcare has been continually named a World's Most Ethical Company by Ethisphere since 2010. In 2018, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.3 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Patient Care Technician like you to be a part of our team. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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