Job Description:

The Patient Care Technician functions as a clinical support partner, assisting the patient care team by performing various tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. Additionally, the Patient Care Technician may assume the responsibilities of a Health Unit Coordinator.

Acute Cardiovascular Unit - Level 3

We are a specialized Cardiovascular Telemetry department that cares for a variety of cardiothoracic patients including post open heart surgeries, heart transplants, heart failure, CABG, valve replacement, lung surgeries, esophageal surgeries, vascular surgeries, myocardial infarction, post cardiac catheterization patients, mechanical circulatory heart patients and a wide range of cardiac IV medications.  We develop skills involving chest tubes, epidurals, temporary pacemakers, measuring central venous pressures, IV insertion, EKG interpretation, and mechanical circulatory heart devices.  PCTs are cross trained as Telemetry Monitoring Technicians and Health Unit Coordinators.

Job Details:

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.

What does it mean to be a Patient Care Tech (CNA) with Intermountain Healthcare? Click here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgO1dIKLYiY 

Hospital Information:

Intermountain Medical Center, the destination center for all specialty services in the Salt Lake Valley.  This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a hard-working team to facilitate our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible.  We have opportunities for new grad RNs, experienced RNs, and Patient Care Techs.  We are committed to helping you feel safe, welcome with our amazing onboarding experience.  If you are looking for a position that will bring value to your every day and to making a difference, please register interest with a position at Intermountain Medical Center.

Posting Specifics:

• Benefits Eligible: Yes; Medical, Dental, Vision, Education Assistance, etc.

• Shift Details: Full-time variable shift needed; some weekend and holiday requirements.

• Caregiver to Patient Ratios: Our PCT ratios are 1:9-10 on days and 1:14 on nights.

• Unit: Cardiovascular Level 3

• 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

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Demonstrated basic computer literacy skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

At the time of hire, Utah candidates must meet one of the following:

• Certified Nursing Assistant Certification in the state of Utah.
  • If CNA certificate is expired, must be renewed before start date.
• Completion of a recent Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program.
  • Verification of CNA program completion is required (program must have been completed within the past (1) year).
  • CNA certification must be obtained within 120 days of hire.
• Completion of a Fundamentals of Nursing Course.
  • Must have earned a passing grade within the past two (2) years. Official transcript is required.
  • CNA certification must be obtained within 120 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior CNA experience 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 Intermountain Medical Center

Work City:

Murray

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

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

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.

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