Patient Care Technician Iii - Ed - Agh - Full Time
Allegheny Health Network
Perform direct patient care activities
Conduct vital signs and specimen collection
Execute iv insertion and catheterization
The incumbent provides direct care to patients including activities of daily living, vital signs, and specimen collection while assisting Registered Nurses with acutely ill patients
Job Summary
The incumbent provides direct care to patients including activities of daily living, vital signs, and specimen collection while assisting Registered Nurses with acutely ill patients.
Employees must adhere to medical asepsis, maintain patient dignity, and accurately document all treatments and observations in the electronic medical record.
The role requires proficiency in specific clinical procedures such as phlebotomy, straight catheterization, and basic cardiac dysrhythmia training.
Matching Summary
The incumbent provides direct care to patients including activities of daily living, vital signs, and specimen collection while assisting Registered Nurses with acutely ill patients.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Perform direct patient care activities
Conduct vital signs and specimen collection
Execute IV insertion and catheterization
Document patient data in EMR
Assist with cardiac monitoring
Nice-to-have
Experience precepting new PCTs
Knowledge of acute care protocols
Strong time management skills
Ability to work in emergency situations
Key Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required
1 year experience in acute/long-term care OR nursing student status
Proficiency in IV insertion, phlebotomy, and catheterization
Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training required
Current CPR certification (American Heart Association)
Act 34, Act 33, Act 73, and FBI clearance certificates