Patient Care Technician (PCT)
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Job Description
About Company
SCA Health, an entity within Optum, operates with the fundamental belief that healthcare is intrinsically about people – encompassing the patients they serve, the physicians they support, and the dedicated teammates who drive their progress. The organization boasts a substantial team of over 15,000 professionals.
SCA Health is actively engaged in redefining specialty care by developing patient-centered practice solutions that enhance accessibility. Their extensive network includes more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics, and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Their work spans a broad spectrum of services, all meticulously designed to provide support to physicians, health systems, and employers. The objective is to facilitate the delivery of efficient, value-based care to patients, without compromising on quality or physician autonomy.
What truly distinguishes SCA Health is their approach, which is deeply rooted in seven core values:
• Clinical quality
• Integrity
• Service excellence
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Continuous improvement
• Inclusion
These values are not merely nominal but actively inform the attitudes, actions, and overall culture of the organization. At SCA Health, an individual’s work directly impacts patients, physicians, and communities, offering opportunities for career growth within a team that values expertise, invests in success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians, and improve healthcare in America.
SCA Health offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial future of its employees. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, among other offerings. The company encourages employees to bring forth ideas that inspire change, implying a culture where innovative contributions are valued.
Job Description: Patient Care Technician (PCT)
SCA Health is currently seeking to hire a Patient Care Technician (PCT).
Patient Care Technician (PCT) Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at SCA Health involve crucial aspects of patient safety and operational efficiency:
• Protecting the patient from injury caused by various external factors, including extraneous objects and chemical, electrical, mechanical, and thermal sources.
• Demonstrating safe operation of equipment and machinery, and diligently adhering to established procedures for reporting and correcting any unsafe situations that may arise.
• Adhering to standard precautions, which includes the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Proactively optimizing opportunities to enhance the flow and efficiency within the center, contributing to a smoother operational environment.
Patient Care Technician (PCT) Qualifications:
Candidates for the Patient Care Technician (PCT) position are expected to meet the following requirements:
• Possession of a High School Graduate diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Medical Assistant (MA), Nursing Assistant (CNA), or Patient Care (PCT) certification is preferred. While not strictly mandatory, it is a significant advantage.
• Successful completion of a BLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BLS certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology.
The salary range for this position is USD $16.00/Hr. – USD $24.48/Hr.
