Patient Care Technician

Patient Care Technician – Medical Surgical Unit at Providence Seaside Hospital.  This posting represents a .9 FTE, day shift opening with rotating weekends.   

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Providence offers a fantastic benefits package which include but is not limited to: 

• Free, convenient, and ample parking 
• TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit eligible staff who work within the Portland Service Area (does NOT include Wilsonville, Newberg, Seaside, Hood River, Washington State, or Medford) 
• Medical Plan Assistance Program- provides free or reduced-cost coverage to caregivers and their eligible dependents who qualify based on household size and income 
• Tuition reimbursement/education– includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and masters degrees within Guild catalog.  Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap 
• Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year 
• Retirement - The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions that work together with your pre-tax (and/orRoth aftertax) contributions to help you save for retirement. 
• Lyra Caregiver Assistance program- Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year 

In this position you will:  

• Contribute to a high functioning team  
• Assist RN with admissions, discharges, and transfers 
• Measure and record vital signs, output, and weights   
• Collect specimens and perform fingerstick capillary blood tests  
• Assist with client mobility and transfers, using lifts and safe patient handling devices  
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development, including annual CNA conference  
• Other duties as assigned  

Under direct supervision this position is accountable to the bedside RN and charge nurse to facilitate a safe and secure environment for the patient, family and providers in the department in completion of the duties assigned to them for the shift and maintaining clear communication between the needs of the patient through the RN and Charge Nurse. These activities focus on maintaining a safe, hazard free, clean environment which facilitates patient focused care.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Seaside Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training Medical Terminology Course. Or equivalent educ/experience.
  • Successful completion of hospital Medical terminology test within 90 days of hire.
• 6 months Health care experience.

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