Patient Care Tech – Med Surg – Roper Hospital

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Work Shift:

Afternoons/Nights (United States of America)

Job Summary:

Assist the staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN. Maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner. Acknowledge and greet customers upon arrival to unit and demonstrate enthusiastic friendly approach.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

One of the following must be met:

• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have completed Fundamentals of Nursing course or a Nursing Assistant Program.

• Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) � Neither HS Diploma nor GED required.

• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have experience as a patient care technician in an acute care setting or nursing home; or experience with direct patient care (vitals and ADL job duties) in an assisted living facility.

• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and a current Roper St, Francis teammate. Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.

• � Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have a current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.

• Currently enrolled in or a graduate of an Associates or Bachelor�s degree (in any field) with no experience requirement. Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.

Certification: Current certification as a Nursing Assistant preferred. Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification Card.

Primary Source Verification (if applicable): N/A

Other:

Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of clerical procedures and medical terminology. Skill in English grammar and spelling. Neat, legible handwriting. Ability to file and maintain patient records (both paper and electronic), files and reports. Excellent communication skills. Ability to use office equipment such as multi-line telephones, computer terminals and printers. Knowledge of patient care tasks and techniques to provide nursing care. Ability to report changes in the patients condition to the professional nurse. Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment. Skill in maintaining patient care record. Ability to communicate clearly.

Contacts:

Constant interaction with internal and external customers to include (but not limited to) patients, families, physicians, employees and visitors.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

NSG Med Surg 2HVT – Roper Hospital

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, 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 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 recruitment@RSFH.com .