Patient Care Technician I (PCT) - Ortho/Trauma (Nights)

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Patient Care Technician I (PCT) - Ortho/Trauma (Nights) - ( 2602255 ) Description EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Minimum Qualifications: Completion of one of the following technical programs: - Completion of a recognized Nurse Assistant program OR - Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR - Completion of Medical Corpsman program OR - Completion of EMT program OR - Completion of a UTMB Hospital Aide Training Program OR - Two (2) years of experience in a direct patient care environment OR - Certified MA, PCT, or CNA at time of hire OR - Is enrolled in a recognized School of Nursing and has completed the first semester of education which contains clinical concepts and health assessment or the equivalent. Required: - Basic Life Support (BLS). JOB DESCRIPTION: To provide basic technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients throughout assigned areas. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Collects, reports, and documents data: Vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collects specimens. - Obtains blood samples by venipuncture. - Acquires 12 lead EKG. - Performs and reports POCT. - Assists with patient activities and care as assig...