Intermountain Health
Patient Care Tech and Tele Tech Cardiovascular Thoracic
Intermountain Health, Ogden, Utah, United States, 84401
Full-Time Variable Shift Patient Care Techs Needed
This position will function as both a Patient Care Tech (PCT) and Telemetry Technician. A Patient Care Tech functions as a clinical support partner assisting the patient care team by performing various tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. The Telemetry Technician, under the direction of the Registered Nurse is responsible for facilitating the telemetry monitoring of patients on a shift-to-shift basis. Patient care technicians at Intermountain Healthcare are committed to providing patient-centered care while demonstrating our values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If you are interested in contributing to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible- come join our team. Cardiovascular-Thoracic Unit
We are a 27 bed unit. We care for patients coming from the PACU, Cath Lab, ICU and ER. Patient types we care for are STEMI's, Heart Failure, Post Open Heart, TAVR's, Carotids and all things Rhythm Related. We overflow for the ICU and therefore have a wide variety of patient acuities. As a PCT on CVTU you will also be trained as a telemetry tech and have the opportunity to work in the Northern Tele Hub where we monitor patients from 5 different hospitals. The unit can be locked 24/7 when necessary for patient and staff safety. Patient care technicians / Telemetry Technicians at Intermountain Healthcare are committed to providing patient-centered care while demonstrating our values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If you are interested in contributing to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible- come join our team. Posting specifics: Benefits Eligible: Yes Shift Details: Full-time variable shift available, 36 hours/week. There will be call requirements and the rotating of weekends and holidays. Additional Details: Shift differentials are given for evenings, nights, and weekends. Essential functions: Prioritize and deliver basic patient care, including toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient needs, while providing excellent customer service when responding to patient and family requests. Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner. Reports changes in the patient condition quickly and secures qualified assistance as needed. May perform telemetry duties as required based on the unit, and function as a patient care attendant by monitoring patients, addressing patient care needs, and collaborating with other members of the patient care team as required. Transport medications from the delivery system to the RN as required when working on a clinical unit. Collaborate and consult with the RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care. May assume the responsibilities of a health unit coordinator, including answering phones, transcribing physician orders, managing unit records, organizing, stocking, and maintaining unit supplies. Implements plan of care as delegated. Performs assigned duties within Scope of Practice. Performs specialized procedures with skill validation and according to regulatory standards. Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency. Skills: Patient Care Nursing Teamwork Computer Literacy Communication Patient Care Delivery Personal Hygiene Safe Patient Handling Vital Signs Specimen Collection Physical Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Current C.N.A. Certification OR the following apply if working in the State of Utah: Completion of nursing assistant training program. Verification of nursing assistant training program completion required and C.N.A. certification required within 120 days of hire. OR Completion of a fundamentals of nursing class with a passing grade within the past two (2) years. Official transcript required to verify completion of class and C.N.A. certification required within 120 days of hire. For those hired into a skilled nursing facility or long-term care center, obtaining a C.N.A. certification within 120 days allowed only if the new hire has never been a C.N.A. in Utah. If previously certified, hire must have a current and valid C.N.A. certification before the start date. Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers Demonstrated basic computer literacy skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications: Prior C.N.A. or applicable healthcare experience Current enrollment in nursing school program Physical Requirements: Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles. Location: Intermountain Health McKay-Dee Hospital Work City: Ogden Work State: Utah Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $18.22 - $23.68 Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
This position will function as both a Patient Care Tech (PCT) and Telemetry Technician. A Patient Care Tech functions as a clinical support partner assisting the patient care team by performing various tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. The Telemetry Technician, under the direction of the Registered Nurse is responsible for facilitating the telemetry monitoring of patients on a shift-to-shift basis. Patient care technicians at Intermountain Healthcare are committed to providing patient-centered care while demonstrating our values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If you are interested in contributing to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible- come join our team. Cardiovascular-Thoracic Unit
We are a 27 bed unit. We care for patients coming from the PACU, Cath Lab, ICU and ER. Patient types we care for are STEMI's, Heart Failure, Post Open Heart, TAVR's, Carotids and all things Rhythm Related. We overflow for the ICU and therefore have a wide variety of patient acuities. As a PCT on CVTU you will also be trained as a telemetry tech and have the opportunity to work in the Northern Tele Hub where we monitor patients from 5 different hospitals. The unit can be locked 24/7 when necessary for patient and staff safety. Patient care technicians / Telemetry Technicians at Intermountain Healthcare are committed to providing patient-centered care while demonstrating our values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If you are interested in contributing to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible- come join our team. Posting specifics: Benefits Eligible: Yes Shift Details: Full-time variable shift available, 36 hours/week. There will be call requirements and the rotating of weekends and holidays. Additional Details: Shift differentials are given for evenings, nights, and weekends. Essential functions: Prioritize and deliver basic patient care, including toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient needs, while providing excellent customer service when responding to patient and family requests. Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner. Reports changes in the patient condition quickly and secures qualified assistance as needed. May perform telemetry duties as required based on the unit, and function as a patient care attendant by monitoring patients, addressing patient care needs, and collaborating with other members of the patient care team as required. Transport medications from the delivery system to the RN as required when working on a clinical unit. Collaborate and consult with the RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care. May assume the responsibilities of a health unit coordinator, including answering phones, transcribing physician orders, managing unit records, organizing, stocking, and maintaining unit supplies. Implements plan of care as delegated. Performs assigned duties within Scope of Practice. Performs specialized procedures with skill validation and according to regulatory standards. Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency. Skills: Patient Care Nursing Teamwork Computer Literacy Communication Patient Care Delivery Personal Hygiene Safe Patient Handling Vital Signs Specimen Collection Physical Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Current C.N.A. Certification OR the following apply if working in the State of Utah: Completion of nursing assistant training program. Verification of nursing assistant training program completion required and C.N.A. certification required within 120 days of hire. OR Completion of a fundamentals of nursing class with a passing grade within the past two (2) years. Official transcript required to verify completion of class and C.N.A. certification required within 120 days of hire. For those hired into a skilled nursing facility or long-term care center, obtaining a C.N.A. certification within 120 days allowed only if the new hire has never been a C.N.A. in Utah. If previously certified, hire must have a current and valid C.N.A. certification before the start date. Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers Demonstrated basic computer literacy skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications: Prior C.N.A. or applicable healthcare experience Current enrollment in nursing school program Physical Requirements: Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles. Location: Intermountain Health McKay-Dee Hospital Work City: Ogden Work State: Utah Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $18.22 - $23.68 Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.