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University of Maryland Medical System
Patient Care Technician, Same Day Surgery
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Health Technician or Technologist (Other) performs medical tests and operates diagnostic equipment. May specialize working in mental health, emergency medicine, occupational health, or in a medical laboratory.
$46,542 / year median in Maryland
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Patient Care Technician, Same Day Surgery
Under the direction of professional nursing staff, provides direct patient care. Takes care of patients having a surgical procedure, vital signs, checks surgical dressings, aids patients with activities of daily living. Observes and collects data and communicates about the patient's status in order to identify needs and provides needed care. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team.
Work Experience
Work Experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Able to effectively communicate using verbal and written skills.
- Maintain interpersonal relationships and use teamwork skills to provide care along with other team members in a cohesive manner.
- Ability to organize work priorities, perform several duties simultaneously and function in stressful situations.
- Ability to learn and use computer systems
- Demonstrates proper technique and skills needed for obtaining accurate blood glucose results and documenting findings.
- Demonstrates the ability to perform delegated nursing tasks according to the age,
- culture, ethnicity, spirituality, and individual diagnostic needs of the persons served.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required.
- No previous experience required; previous direct patient care experience in a health care facility preferred.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
Compensation:
- Other Compensation (if applicable):
Pay Range:
$17.68-$24.76 Other Compensation (if applicable):- Base rate, plus any differentials will apply.
- UMMS Benefits Guide.