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Patient Care Tech / Health Unit Coordinator (PCT/HUC) - PACU

Premier Health Partners, Dayton, OH, United States


Position: Patient Care Tech / Health Unit Coordinator
Department: PACU
Shift
Must be able to work 4:00 PM-8:00 PM Monday to Friday, 20 hours a week, 40 hours per pay period

Facility
Miami Valley Hospital

They collaborate with nurses and doctors to provide personalized care for patients. They can:

Check vital signs, such as temperature, heartbeat, and breathing.

Help patients move around, get dressed, and eat.

Collect samples like urine.

Report any changes in a patient's condition to a nurse.

Walk patients, perform ADLs, weigh patients, record vitals.

The PCT works under the supervision of a nurse, who ensures they are performing tasks safely and correctly. Sometimes, the PCT may also be referred to as a Patient Care Technician/Unit Clerk (PCT/HUC). Like HUC, they assist with the paperwork and other tasks that keep the hospital running smoothly, which also helps patients receive the best care possible.

So, even though PCTs don't wear capes, they are essential members of the healthcare team who help patients feel better and recover their health.

Education
You’ll need a high school diploma or GED.

Successful Completion Of One Of The Following

Completion of previous STNA or CNA training or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training.

Direct patient care experience within the last five years: Performing fundamental skills of vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) & direct patient care activities, i.e. bathing, turning/positioning, toileting.

Currently enrolled in nursing school and have completed at least one clinical rotation.

Special Consideration: If the candidate has previous direct patient care experience, they may be excused from fundamental training (BCOP) upon successful skills validation. This is instead of the above requirements.

Other Skills

Ability to handle many tasks simultaneously, even when people interrupt you, and still be nice.

Proficiency in using a computer.

Strong organizational skills.

Good communication skills—talking and listening well to others.

Bonus points: Experience working in a hospital before.

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