Oncology Patient Care Technician (Part-Time)

Quick Facts

• Part-time (48 hours per pay period)
• Day shift (7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.)
• Alternating weekends and holidays

Description

Under the supervision of an RN, the Patient Care Technician provides basic patient care activities in an oncology setting. The role monitors vital signs, performs blood glucose measurements, assists with activities of daily living, supports unit workflow, and serves as a liaison with other patient-related departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic nursing care activities as delegated by an RN (monitor vital signs, obtain blood glucose measurements, record intake and output)
• Assist patients with bathing, grooming, and eating
• Report abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff
• Keep patient rooms clean and orderly
• Demonstrate flexibility, organization, and multi-tasking in stressful situations
• Use critical thinking to prioritize and complete unit work as needs change
• Serve as a liaison between patient care units and other patient-related departments
• Answer telephone/intercom/call lights using appropriate etiquette and communicate information to the right staff, patient, and/or family
• Coordinate overall unit workflow with the charge RN and/or assistant manager as needed
• Conduct pre-census and validate daily admission, discharge, and census lists as needed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or nursing school student with one semester of clinical completed
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)