Patient Care Technician

Position Summary:

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) assists Nurses and Providers in direct patient care. The PCT performs duties consistent with his/her training and proven competence and functions within the philosophy and overall plan of care delivery at Samuel Simmonds Memorial Hospital (SSMH). Basic duties include, but are not limited to: assisting patients with activities of daily living, obtaining vital signs, and observing patients. Other duties may be assigned.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Required: Current BLS Certification within 30 days of hire
• Preferred: Current Alaska Certification as a CNA, or
  • Current Alaska Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or
  • Current Alaska Certification as a Medical Assistant, or
  • Equivalent Military Experience
• Formal training in Nonviolent Crisis Prevention (CPI) must be completed within (1) year of hire.

Education:

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

Clinical experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Previous healthcare experience preferred
• Demonstrates good organizational skills
• Communicates positively and professionally with all internal and external customers
• Specific departments may require some specified skills.

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