Patient Care Technician

CJW Medical Center - Richmond, VA

Job Title: Patient Care Technician

Position: Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Job Type: Full Time

Pay: Sign-on bonus up to $2,500

Shift:

Work Type: On-Site

Location

Address:

City: Richmond

State: VA

ZIP Code:

Job Responsibilities

Participates in the implementation of nursing care plans by performing direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the licensed nurse.
Obtains and records initial and ongoing patient information throughout the cycle of care, including admissions data, vital signs, height and weight, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, intake and output, calorie counts, and other patient information as outlined by policy.
Assists with mobility by regular turning and positioning, dangling, and ambulating patients.
Assists with the use of walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs.
Transfers patients to and from other units, departments, or entities.
Assists with discharges and demonstrates proper body mechanics.
Obtains or assists in the collection of specimens for diagnostic or waived tests and ensures accuracy of all labels and timely transfer of specimens.
Assists patients with activities of daily living including eating and drinking, bathing, shaving, oral care, grooming, and elimination.
Changes bed linens as needed.
Serves as Monitor/Telemetry Tech for the unit as needed.
Engages in evidence-based best practices that enhance the patient experience, including SAFETY rounding, communication fundamentals/AIDET, Teach-Back, Narrating Care, etc.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Basic patient care skills
Ability to use medical equipment
Communication skills

Preferred Skills

Experience in a healthcare setting
Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Requirements

Experience:

Education: High School Diploma/GED

License & Certification:

Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Schedule:

COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage including prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine services, and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance.
401(k) Plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder, and pet care.
Consumer discounts through Abenity.
Education assistance including tuition, student loan, certification support, and dependent scholarships.
Colleague recognition program.
Time Away From Work Program including paid time off, paid family leave, and disability coverage.

Supplemental Pay

Not specified

Special Notes

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Facility Details

Name: CJW Medical Center

Description: CJW Medical Center is comprised of Chippenham Hospital and Johnston-Willis Hospital, serving the greater Richmond Virginia area for over 100 years.

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