Morristown, NJ, USA
1 day ago
Patient Care Technician I, Per Diem, Pediatric Pulmonology,Morristown

• Supports practitioners in providing direct patient care.

• Rooms and prepares patients for examination and treatment.

• Takes patients brief history and vital signs, documents timely in EHR.

• Maintains efficient patient flow and keeps patients informed of any delays.

• Performs routine medical testing: EKG’s, Phlebotomy and Point of Care Testing.

• Monitors the patient’s condition, recognizes abnormal vital signs, and promptly reports changes to the practitioner.

• Participates in daily huddles.

• Determines priorities of care and demonstrates flexibility in responding to patient needs while completing assignments.

• Completes all assignments unless otherwise directed by manager/clinical supervisor/lead.

• Works as a team member in meeting the unit needs.

• Seeks approval for reprioritization of more complex events deviating from original assignment.

• Performs activities as needed without supervision.

• Cleans, stocks and sets up rooms for arriving patients.

• Checks for appropriate patient IDs including falls and allergies. Ensures patient exam rooms are neat and clean.

• Provides emotional support by observing and responding to the emotional needs of the patient and their support network.

• Maintains log of all equipment sent to Clinical Engineering for repair.

• Reports all lost or equipment unable to be repaired to practice manager.

• Keeps equipment clean and charged.

• Adheres to OSHA, Joint Commission, Board of Health and AH standards. Observes and maintains isolation precautions.


• Follows hand washing protocol. Maintains a clean and clutter free work environment.


• Uses and stores equipment properly.

• Must work in a fast-paced environment with positive customer service skills
 

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