Patient Care Technician Iii - Radiology - Agh - Full Time

Highmark Health

Direct patient care provision
Vital signs and specimen collection
Iv insertion and removal skills
The incumbent provides direct care to patients in stable conditions while assisting the Registered Nurse with acutely ill patients

Job Summary

  • The incumbent provides direct care to patients in stable conditions while assisting the Registered Nurse with acutely ill patients.
  • Essential duties include performing phlebotomy, 12-lead EKG testing, IV access, and various catheterization procedures with accurate documentation.
  • Candidates must possess basic computer skills and hold current CPR certification from the American Heart Association.

Matching Summary

The incumbent provides direct care to patients in stable conditions while assisting the Registered Nurse with acutely ill patients.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care provision
  • Vital signs and specimen collection
  • IV insertion and removal skills
  • Straight catheterization proficiency
  • Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training
  • Electronic medical record documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with incentive spirometer
  • Early mobility protocol knowledge
  • Precepting newly hired staff
  • Falls prevention initiatives
  • Efficient time management skills

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 1 year acute or long-term care experience
  • Proficiency in IV insertion and phlebotomy
  • CPR - American Heart Association certification
  • Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
  • Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
  • FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance

Work Rights

Not specified

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