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Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Bon Secours Mercy Health (Richmond, VA)
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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
**Part Time Shifts** - Any Combination of 4, 8, 12 hour shifts equal to 24 hrs week
Shift Times Day/Even between 7:30A- Midnight
4W Intermediate Med/Surg Stepdown
Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Patient Care Tech (PCT) provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization.
Essential Job Functions
+ Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.
+ Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.
+ Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and employees.
+ Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
+ Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
+ Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
+ Mobilizes patients using therapeutic transfer techniques which foster independence and safety.
+ Fosters independence by encouraging patients to complete tasks as independently as possible.
+ Individualizes care based on patient's interests and hobbies.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Must have completed one of the following: (required)
Successful completion of nursing aide training program OR
Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC), OR CNA Certified Nurse Aide, OR Nurses Aide state testing or completed a nursing program that had one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation, OR 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting
Education
None
Work Experience
Recent experience in acute care, physician's office, home health/hospice, or long term care facility, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred)
As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
+ Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
+ Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
+ Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
+ Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
_Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status._
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]
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