Patient Care Tech Level 1

An exciting career awaits you at Pomerene! We are looking for a full-time Patient Care Tech - I to join our team. This will be primarily for the 7:00PM - 7:00AM shift.

Pomerene Hospital, situated in Millersburg, Ohio, is a community-focused healthcare facility dedicated to providing quality medical services to the region. Known for its patient-centered approach, the hospital offers a range of services, including emergency and hospital medical care, surgical procedures, specialized treatments, as well as physician-based services.

Pomerene plays a vital role in enhancing the well-being of its community, fostering a compassionate environment for patients and their families, serving out the mission of "caring for our community's health".

Today, Pomerene Hospital operates as a 25-bed, independent, critical access, not-for-profit rural community hospital.

As one of the largest employers in Holmes County, Pomerene Hospital serves not only the local community but also residents from all neighboring counties.

Working with us you will be eligible for :

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• FSA Options
• 403(b) with Employer Matching & Contributions
• Employer-Paid Certifications
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Eligibility for participation in Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

Job Summary

As Patient Care Techs of Pomerene Hospital, it is our responsibility to support the mission and role of Pomerene Hospital within the organization and out in the community at all times. Pomerene PCTs will demonstrate a support of the hospital's mission, vision, values and strategic plan in a team-oriented environment. The PCT also performs/supports all job duties in compliance with laws, regulations and in observance of accrediting agency standards and related professional organization standards. Professionalism will be maintained throughout employment and includes physical appearance and behavioral presentation.

The PCT assigned to the Med/Surg/SCU department, will demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide safe, timely, effective, quality, age appropriate, culture appropriate, cost conscious and evidenced based care. The PCT provides patient care on an individualized basis, according to organizational policies and procedures. Within the level of the PCT's qualifications, may be assigned to work on other nursing units based on patient census and staffing needs.

Essential Job Functions

• Moves throughout the facility as needed, appropriately assists in emergency drills and situations, and demonstrates the physical and clinical capacity to provide direct patient care and assistance with activities of daily living as described in the tasks and duties of this position.
• Performs clerical/administrative tasks and duties as needed.
• Performs all tasks and duties within appropriate scope of practice under the direction of an RN.
• Works cooperatively with unit staff, physicians and ancillary departments.
• Performs all tasks and duties of this position according to hospital and department policy and procedure.
• Demonstrates commitment to Pomerene Hospital’s Values.
• Actively supports and encourages Primary Support Person (PSP) / Family involvement in patient's care, with consent of patient.
• Encourages PSP / family members presence at the patient's bedside and participation in the patient's care.
• Promotes comfortable environment in which PSP / family members may stay with patient.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED - Required
• MA/STNA/Phlebotomist - Preferred
• BCLS Certification - Required (may be obtained at the hospital during your orientation period)

Experience

• 1-3 years of Healthcare/Medical experience- Preferred

Pomerene Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.