Patient Care Technician - Cardiology Clinic

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. 

 Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

 Compensation: Starting Rate: $16.00 - $23.00

** Sign On Bonus available for qualified applicants **

 Union Position: No

 Department Details Why you will love being a part of the Cardiology Clinic Team: - We work hard and have fun! - We are a close knit group of staff who are here to make navigating healthcare easier for our patients - Work closely with our providers – they love to teach the “why” behind what we do. - Family oriented department – flexibility with hours. - Chest Pain Accredited with the American College of Cardiology Opportunity to work with patients who have a variety of cardiac conditions - ex. Heart failure, cardiomyopathy, NSTEMI, STEMI, positive stress tests, electrical disorders of the heart. Summary The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs basic patient care services and supports activities within ambulatory services. Patient Care Technicians are multi-skilled to provide expanded services under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional. Job Description Responsibilities include but are not limited to: height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity, color vision screening, drug screens, point of care urinalysis and reception/clerical tasks. Patient Care Technicians have knowledge of and utilize appropriate age-related patient care and cultural diversity, relating to the physical and psychological needs of patients from adolescence through geriatrics. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean and maintain patient care area(s) or treatment rooms. Monitors stock levels of medical inventory and restocks or reorders as needed. Work patient registries and identify opportunities to improve patient care. Must be self-motivated, independent and able to work well with team members. Must be able to work amidst multiple distractions while maintaining excellent interpersonal skills. Qualifications High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required. Minimum of six months’ experience preferred. Experience in a clinic setting preferred. Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be registered as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.  If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call [phone in the portal] or send an email to [contact in the portal]