Location: Fort Washington,PA, USA
Reference #: 9307702 Since this position will require the selected candidate to engage in regular contact with children in the form of care, guidance, supervision or training, you will be required to meet the requirements of the Child Protective Services Act, including the Pennsylvania State Police criminal background check, the Pennsylvania Department of Welfare child abuse criminal background clearance, and an FBI finger print based federal criminal records check. The selected candidate will not be allowed to commence working until all three (3) are completed satisfactorily. Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jeffersonrsquo;s clinical entities or at the University. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from Jefferson. About Jefferson Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow#39;s professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.Jefferson is committed to providing equal educashy;tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. FRANKFORD BUCKS PATIENT CARE TECH About Jefferson Join the mission of Improving Lives as a Patient Care Tech at Jefferson Health. With more than 42,000 employees, wersquo;re the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the Philadelphia region. Our work to improve lives is never done. About Our UnitMoss Frankford is total hip or total knee replacements, amputees, cerebral vascular accidents, and other neurological and orthopedic conditions. 12 bed comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation unit, with 5 two bed rooms 2 single rooms. In alignment with departmental and organizational mission and values, nursing care at Moss-Magee Rehab at Frankford is an integral part of the interdisciplinary health care delivery model. Care is delivered incorporating the Watson Theory of Human Caring into practice. It is the mission of Moss-Magee Rehab staff to maintain a progressive professional environment in order to provide skilled physical intervention and focused psychosocial support to patients. This is accomplished through a coordinated and collaborative approach to patient care, which includes interdisciplinary care, teaching and discharge planning to patients and their families. Moss Aria Bucks County Campus pr mary diagnoses include but are not limited to patients: with total hip or total knee replacements, amputees, cerebral vascular accidents, and other neurological and orthopedic conditions. In alignment with departmental and organizational mission and values, nursing care at Moss-Magee Rehab at Aria Health Bucks County Campus is an integral part of the interdisciplinary health care delivery model. Care is delivered incorporating the Watson Theory of Human Caring in to practice. It is the mission of Moss-Magee Rehab staff to maintain a progressive professional environment in order to provide skilled physical intervention and focused psychosocial support to patients. This is accomplished through a coordinated and collaborative approach to patient care, which includes interdisciplinary care, teaching and discharge planning to patients and their families. Awards amp; RecognitionMossRehab is ranked by U.S.News amp; World Report as one of ldquo;Americarsquo;s Bestrdquo; rehabilitation facilities. Well known for its success treating spinal cord injury, stroke, amputation, traumatic brain injury and related conditions, Moss-Magee Rehab sees nearly 2,800 inpatients and 190,000 outpatients yearly. Schedule Commitment Schedules are available 6 weeks in advance. The work schedule commitment for this position requires the following:These are 8-hour shiftsMust be able to work every third(3rd) weekendHoliday commitment consists of 1 holiday per seasonResponsibilities Reporting to the Nurse Manager, Patient Care Techs will provide direct bedside care to patients:Performs assigned nursing procedures for the comfort and well-being of the patientMaintains appropriate documentation on all assigned patients, including flow sheetsAssists physicians with examinations and tests as neededOther tasks include respiratory services, rehabilitation services, and phlebotomyQualifications To qualify as Patient Care Tech, you must meet the following requirements for consideration:High School DiplomaCPR-BLS through the American Heart AssociationOne (1) year experience in an acute care inpatient environment preferredPatient Care Tech/Nursing Assistant certification preferred Total Rewards As a valued member of the team, you will be eligible to receive our total rewards package which includes:Comprehensive Medical, Dental, amp; Vision PlansRetirement PlansTuition ReimbursementVoluntary benefitsHealth Coaching, Commuter Discounts, Day Care Services, etc.As an employer, the Jefferson Enterprise maintains a commitment to provide equal access to employment. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.