Patient Care Technician (PCT)-Adult Neurology
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UOVUNIUSR0066609EXTERNALENUSPerforms a variety of patient care and administrative support functions under the supervision of a Health Care Provider (physician, APP or RN designee) in an ambulatory setting in accordance with policy, procedure, and competency to promote patient health and wellness.* Assists in assuring effective and efficient operations while maintaining consistent and accurate communication with team members, providers, and patients.* Assists with data collection for physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of patients according to professional practice standards and institutional policy/procedure.* Organizes and prioritizes daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency.* Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.* Performs administrative support functions.* Maintains supplies and equipment.* Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care.* Reinforces patient/family teaching plan based on identified health education needs and the condition and age of the patient through approved educational materials or written instructions.* Assists patients with care as needed for optimal health.* Provides clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures.* Performs administrative support responsibilities.* Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care. Recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues.* Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others according to departmental policy.* In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.Position Compensation Range: $15.37 - $23.82 Hourly*MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*Education: High School Graduate or EquivalentExperience: No experience requiredLicensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS Certification required.Candidates must meet *ONE *of the following required criteria to meet eligibility:•Certified to practice as a Nurse Aide in the Commonwealth of Virginia•Passage of a nationally recognized and accredited PCT Certification exam. (Example - National Healthcareer Association - C-PCT•Currently enrolled student nurses who have successfully completed the Medical/Surgical Clinical Experience and Didactic•EMT certification•Graduate of an accredited nursing program*PHYSICAL DEMANDS*Job requires frequently bending/stooping and driving (Home Health Aide only). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 – 50lbs and > 100lbs (Home Health Aide only). May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.[]( []( []( []( [](UVA Health includes a hospital, level I trauma center, nationally recognized cancer and heart centers and primary and specialty clinics throughout Central Virginia.Through [research and clinical trials,]( we stay at the leading edge of the [treatments we offer.](We rank among the nation's top hospitals because our doctors, nurses and caregivers make every effort to push the envelope of healthcare.UVA Health consists of:* UVA Medical Center* [UVA School of Medicine](* [UVA School of Nursing]( * [Claude Moore Health Sciences Library]( * [UVA Physicians Group](