Patient Care Technician - Operating Room City - Full Time Days

POSITION SUMMARY

As an integral part of the patient care team, the Patient Care Associate Surgical Services, performs direct and indirect patient care functions under the supervision of appropriately licensed personnel.



The Associate is responsible for assisting patients with personal care needs and participates in the plan of care. The Associate regularly communicates observations and data collection to the Clinical Associate. This position also collects test specimens as directed according to established procedures and documents patient care activities consistent with data collection and the test performed.





The Associate may be required to perform Limited Laboratory Services to include: patient identification and preparation for specimen collection, processing samples for testing, performing required quality control testing and instrument maintenance and function checks, monitoring, recording and reporting tests results to clinicians to include critical values, and maintaining competency/certification of the aforementioned tasks and duties.



The Associate assists customers in a friendly, prompt, caring manner, always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and respect. This position works as part of the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support team objectives, assisting other team members when necessary.



QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: High School degree or equivalent; ability to read, speak, and write English fluently. Bilingual preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Current BLSHCP from the American Heart Association and six to nine months patient care experience or formal education from an accredited school required); knowledge of medical terminology; interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with other team members; ability to be flexible, set priorities, solve problems, and use proper judgment in difficult situations. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire.



PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates the ability to perform the department specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare 

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including: 

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) 

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance 

Retirement Plans with employer contributions 

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage 

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 

Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals 

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care 

Wellness Programs to help you thrive 

Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more 

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements. 

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.