Patient Care Technician Observation Unit (PCT) Gateway
Newburgh, NY - USA
Job Summary
Campus: Gateway
Unit: Observation Unit
Shift: Days
Are you looking for an opportunity to build your healthcare skills while making a meaningful difference in patients lives As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) in the Observation Unit at Deaconess Gateway youll play an important role in delivering exceptional patient care while working alongside a dedicated team of nurses and healthcare professionals.
As a key member of the care team youll provide hands-on support that promotes patient comfort safety and positive outcomes. Responsibilities include:
- Assisting patients with personal care needs such as bathing oral hygiene toileting and linen changes
- Supporting mobility repositioning transfers and ambulation
- Monitoring and documenting vital signs and patient observations
- Recording important patient information accurately in medical records
- Providing compassionate care and emotional support to patients and their families throughout their stay
Every interaction is an opportunity to enhance the patient experience and contribute to high-quality care.
The Observation Unit at the Gateway Campus is a 32-bed department designed to evaluate diagnose and treat patients who require short-term monitoring and care. Because patients typically stay between 8 and 24 hours team members gain exposure to a wide variety of diagnoses and medical conditions making this an outstanding environment for learning and professional development.
Highlights of the unit include:
- Exposure to a broad range of patient conditions diagnoses and treatment plans
- A fast-paced setting that helps build critical thinking prioritization and time-management skills
- Opportunities to work closely with nurses providers and interdisciplinary care teams
- Active involvement in coordinating patient care communicating results and supporting care transitions
- Meaningful interactions with patients and families during important decision-making moments
- A collaborative team environment focused on delivering efficient patient-centered care
No two days are the same making this an ideal unit for individuals who enjoy variety continuous learning and staying engaged throughout their shift.
Were seeking compassionate adaptable individuals who thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment and are passionate about helping others. If you enjoy teamwork learning new skills and making a positive impact on patients every day youll be a great fit for this role.
Required:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification within six months of hire
Preferred:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Join a team where youll gain valuable clinical experience develop strong patient care skills and contribute to a department that plays a critical role in helping patients receive the right care at the right time.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Our commitment to progressive, patient-centered care guides our work every day as our priorities are set and decisions are made with a local focus and direction. At Deaconess, our values are based on our commitment to quality. We define quality as the continuous improvement of service ... View more