Patient Care Technician
Tidelands Health
- Georgetown, Texas, United States
- Georgetown, Texas, United States
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Assist RNs with vascular access procedures by preparing patients and equipment for PICC and midline insertions, maintaining sterile fields in accordance with infection-prevention standards, and supporting dressing changes, securement, and site care under RN direction.
Provide basic patient care and ensure procedural readiness by obtaining vital signs, assisting with positioning and comfort measures, setting up and maintaining vascular access equipment (including ultrasound machines, IV carts, and procedure trays), and restocking and organizing supply carts, procedure areas, and mobile kits.
Coordinate intake and processing of infusion referrals by reviewing incoming orders for completeness (including diagnosis, labs, allergies, and treatment details), identifying and obtaining missing information from ordering offices, and accurately entering and routing referrals in the EMR to support timely scheduling.
Support infusion workflow and patient readiness by tracking referral progress and maintaining daily workflow logs, assisting with appointment preparation (including confirming lab results, IV access needs, and pre-medication requirements), and communicating with provider offices to obtain necessary non-clinical documentation.
Provide basic education on what to expect during vascular access or infusion procedures (within scope).
Document patient care activities and workflow steps in the EMR in accordance with PCT guidelines, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of records.
Support operational and quality initiatives by assisting with data collection for key metrics (including PICC insertions, infusion turnaround times, and CLABSI prevention), and performing clerical tasks such as scanning, uploading, referral organization, and supply tracking documentation.
Maintain a safe and compliant clinical environment by adhering to sterile technique and infection-control standards, cleaning and disinfecting ultrasound equipment, procedure carts, and work areas.
Support CLABSI-reduction strategies and compliance with vascular access bundles.
Report any malfunctioning equipment to Biomed or department leadership.
Education Qualifications
High School Diploma with the completion of Medical Assistant program with certification (CMA) Required or
High School Diploma with the completion of Nursing Assistant program with certification (CNA) Required or
High School Diploma with the certificate received as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Required or
High School Diploma with the certificate received as an Emergency Room Technician (ERT) Required
Experience Qualifications
A minimum of six months’ work experience as an Emergency Room Technician or Emergency Medical Technician Required or
A minimum of six months’ work experience as a Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant Required
Prior experience in working in the healthcare setting with patients, families, physicians, other health care providers and customers Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - National HealthCareer Association Required or
National Certified Medical Assistant - National Center for Competency Testing Required or
Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants Required or
Certified Medical Assistant - American Medical Technologist Required or
Certified Nursing Assistant - National Nurse Aide Assessment Program Required or
Emergency Medical Technician - SC DHEC Required
Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association within 30 Days Required
Physical Demand Medium Physical Demand The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a contract for employment nor a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Tidelands Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Tidelands Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Tidelands Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status.
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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