OR Assistant

The Patient Care Technician provides personal care andrelated services to patients. ThePatient Care Technician may operate as a patient's caregiver under thedirection, instruction and supervision of a doctor, nurse and/or medicalprofessional.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in identifying needs and developing/modifying planof care

• Performs or assists the patient with personal hygiene needswhich include: bathing, skin care, grooming, dressing, oral hygiene andtoileting needs.

• Monitors vital signs and reports any deviation from normalvalues to a medical professional

• Assists in maintenance of a healthful and safe environment

• Implements progressive mobility guidelines

• Turns/positions bed-bound patients

• Provides nutritious meals as prepared to patient as directed

• Assists the patient with ambulation/transfers

• Performs or assists patient with certain treatments and/ormedications which are selfadministered, ordered by the physician, approved andsupervised by a nurse, and allowed by state law

• May assist the paramedical personnel with rehabilitativeprocesses as directed

• Promotes the patient mental alertness through involvement inactivities

• Observes and reports any changes in the patient's physical,mental, or emotional condition to a medical professional in a timely manner

• May perform EKGs as required

• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent preferred

• At least one (1) year of successful work experiencepreferred

• National Certified Patient Care Technician (NCPCT)certification preferred and may be required per state/contract

• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

• Computer proficiency required

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.