PCT - IV INFUSION CENTER

General Purpose of Job:

The Patient Care Technician assists nurses in providing basic care. Under the supervision of a RN the Patient Care Technician performs specific procedures as trained.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Provides basic and technical care to patients as directed by an RN.
• Performs specific patient procedures and treatments per Hospital guidelines and policies as well as intradepartmental guidelines and policies.
• Documents care given and patient response in chart as indicated
• Cleans and maintains equipment and environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge and use of appropriate equipment and supplies to provide quality patient care and a safe patient environment in the Medical/GYN Clinic and Infusion area.
• Communicates significant information and changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Actively participates as a team members.
• Constructively addresses patient and team issues to ensure quality patient care and a collaborative work environment.
• Assumes mentor role for new PCTs and MSU students.
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing education and completion of mandatory requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Serves as a role model for consistent demonstration of Sparrow Health System's Customer Service Behavioral Standards of Performance, respecting the Privacy and Confidentiality of those we serve.
• Demonstrates knowledge and respects patient, service provider, organizational confidentiality and HIPPA Security procedures and protocols as defined under the HIPPA Privacy and Security Procedures.
• Follows established HIPPA privacy procedures when using and/or disclosing protected health information.
• Maintains, and protects patient's rights under the HIPPA Privacy Standards.