Patient Care Technician - Medical Specialties
Patient Care Technician - Medical Specialties
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Job Description
Why ThedaCare
Living A Life Inspired!
Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold ambitious and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care lower costs and a healthier future for our patients our families our communities and our world.
At ThedaCare our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion excellence leadership innovation and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development accessible and transparent leadership and a commitment to work/life balance. If youre interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.
Benefits with a whole-person approach to wellness
- Lifestyle Engagement
- e.g. health coaches relaxation rooms health focused apps (Wonder Ripple) mental health support
- Access & Affordability
- e.g. minimal or zero copays team member cost sharing premiums daycare
Summary :
Our 24 bed inpatient unit at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton Surgical Unit is a dynamic and collaborative environment specializing in the care of surgical patients including those undergoing endocrine urological abdominal general vascular and orthopedic. As a regional medical center we work closely with a variety of surgical groups and our dedicated hospitalist team to ensure seamless high-quality care. Our team is committed to providing holistic patient-centered care addressing not only the physical recovery of our patients but also their emotional and overall well-being.Job Description:
SCHEDULE:
Nights (5:30p-6:00am)
- Every 3rd weekend rotation
- Holiday rotation
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Performs delegated patient care activities using evidence-based practice and specific competencies for the patient population served.
Checks patients vital signs height and weight as needed based on patient type.
Provides compassionate care and listens to patients concerns and guides them by answering any questions or concerns.
Identifies and escalates changes in patient status or patient risks to prevent crisis.
Collects clinical data and information on patients and reports to care team.
Repositions transfers ambulates and transports patients.
Assists patients with basic needs (such as hygiene eating using the restroom and dressing).
Obtains and reports patient intake and output.
Performs electrocardiograms (ECGs) as directed.
Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection.
Provides care that is age appropriate culturally specific and developmentally appropriate in an environment that promotes patient safety.
Demonstrates professional and therapeutic relationships with patients families team members and providers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or GED preferred Must be 18 years of age required expect for Peabody Manor The Heritage or Juliette Manor
Previous healthcare experience preferred
American Heart Association HealthCare Provider Life Support (BLS)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to move freely (standing stooping walking bending pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance
Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties
Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock
Occasional high noise level in work environment
Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time
Transporting transferring positioning patients and/or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed
Possible exposure to communicable diseases hazardous materials and pharmacological agents
Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients
Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36Scheduled FTE:
0.9Location:
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton - AppletonWisconsinOvertime Exempt:
NoRequired Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
