Patient Care Technician - Adult Emergency Dept, Part-Time Nights, Voorhees

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need

Whether thats wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community

If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home

A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, weve received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations , were committed to the well-being of the community

That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling

Were also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics Location: Voorhees - 100 Bowman Drive Remote Type: On-Site Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Regular Time Type: Part time Work Shift: Night Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 24 Additional Locations: Job Information: Rotating Block Schedule Summary: Under the direction of a Registered Nurse/and or LPN, assists with patients’ activities of daily living and plan of care

Communicates with and supports healthcare team, patients and/or patient’s family or significant other(s) Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics

Position Responsibilities: Supports the activities of daily living to include bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, feeding, toileting/hygiene, and assisting with mobility and transport

Demonstrates standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patient practice Performs technical duties as directed by RN/LPN, such as vital signs, point of care testing, bladder scanning, and foley catheter care specific to population served and documents appropriately

May perform phlebotomy and EKG’s, if certified Identifies and communicates changes in patient’s status to RN/LPN and responds appropriately Demonstrates standard precautions including the care of patients in isolation and safe patient practice

Reinforces education of patient and family/responsible party regarding individual care needs and safety issues Participates in Virtua patient satisfaction initiatives and goals

Participates in the performance improvement activities Assists in orientation of new hires Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required: Demonstrates required knowledge of basic patient care skills, procedures and standards

Must have strong communication skills Required Education: High School Diploma or Grade Equivalent Diploma (GED) required Must have successfully completed a PCT course, a fundamentals nursing course in an RN program, Certified Nursing Assistant program, or have worked an equivalent of 1 year of direct patient care

Training/Certifications/Licensure: BLS certification Phlebotomy training/education is required for the Emergency Department positions Enhances skills through ongoing education and training

Maintains regulatory and departmental level competencies Hourly Rate: $19.54 - $29.20
The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies For more benefits information click here .