Patient Care Technician

Position Summary:

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) assists Nurses and Providers in direct patient care. The PCT performs duties consistent with his/her training and proven competence and functions within the philosophy and overall plan of care delivery at Samuel Simmonds Memorial Hospital (SSMH). Basic duties include, but are not limited to: assisting patients with activities of daily living, obtaining vital signs, and observing patients. Other duties may be assigned.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Required:

Current BLS Certification within 30 days of hire

Preferred:

Current Alaska Certification as a CNA, or Current Alaska Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Current Alaska Certification as a Medical Assistant, or Equivalent Military Experience Formal training in Nonviolent Crisis Prevention (CPI) must be completed within (1) year of hire.

Education:

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

Clinical experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Previous healthcare experience preferred Demonstrates good organizational skills Communicates positively and professionally with all internal and external customers Specific departments may require some specified skills. Arctic Slope Native Association, Ltd.: Exercises its rights in Native Hire Preference, Contracting/Subcontracting and Employment Practices applicable by law is committed to maintaining a drug free, smoke free workplace .