14 Medical Technicians jobs in Detroit
Dialysis Clinical Technician - Acute Detroit - 40 Hours/Week
Posted 21 days ago
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We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Dialysis Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to work in patient care and a passion for helping individuals with kidney disease. As a Clinical Dialysis Technician, you will play a vital role in providing dialysis treatments and ensuring the well-being of our patients.
Location: 2799 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:
The I2 Acute Dialysis specializes in providing renal replacement therapy and comprehensive care for hospitalized patients with acute kidney injury (AKI), chronic kidney disease (CKD) exacerbations, and other conditions requiring dialysis during their hospital stay. Our team offers targeted management for patients with acute or chronic renal conditions by addressing fluid overload, electrolyte imbalances, and toxin removal when kidney function is impaired. We provide temporary and emergency dialysis therapy to stabilize patients and support their seamless transition to long-term outpatient care when needed.
The department delivers a full spectrum of dialysis care, including:
- Hemodialysis (HD): Administered in patient rooms or in our 16 bay hospital unit.
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT): Designed for critically ill ICU patients unable to tolerate traditional dialysis.
- Emergency Dialysis: Offered for acute conditions such as hyperkalemia, acidosis, or toxin removal.
- Intraoperative Dialysis: Done in the Operating room as patients are having surgeries and transplants.
- Nephrologists: Leading care plans, prescribing dialysis parameters, and managing associated conditions.
- Dialysis Nurses and Dialysis Technicians: Experts in operating dialysis machines, managing vascular access, and monitoring patient outcomes. Responsible for setting up and maintaining dialysis equipment.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: We work in partnership with ICU, nephrology, surgery, cardiology, and infectious disease teams to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Fresenius Blue Star Dialysis Machines: For in-room treatments and ICU settings.
- Portable MarCor 300H Water Purification Systems: for in-room treatments.
- CRRT Machines (NxStage and Fresenius): Designed for continuous therapy in critical care environments.
- Perform dialysis treatments according to prescribed protocols and physician orders.
- Monitor patients during dialysis treatment, assessing vital signs and responding to any changes in condition.
- Set up and operate dialysis machines, including performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues as needed.
- Administer medications and intravenous fluids as prescribed by the physician.
- Educate patients and their families about dialysis procedures, dietary restrictions, and self-care techniques.
- Maintain accurate and complete medical records, including documenting treatment activities and patient progress.
- Ensure adherence to infection control protocols and safety standards in the dialysis unit.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education to enhance skills and knowledge.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of a dialysis technician training program preferred.
- Certification as a Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) required within 18-months of employment.
Dialysis Clinical Technician- Northland Park - 40 Hours/Week
Posted 21 days ago
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We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Dialysis Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to work in patient care and a passion for helping individuals with kidney disease. As a Clinical Dialysis Technician, you will play a vital role in providing dialysis treatments and ensuring the well-being of our patients.
Location: 21000 Northwestern HWY, Southfield, MI 48075
Northland Park Dialysis is a 32-station unit operating three shifts, six days a week handling complex patients from ages 20-90 years old. Many require assistance with mobility devices. Operating hours for patients are 5:00 am - 8:00 pm and team members 4:45am to 8:30 pm. Employee schedules are made through several shift designs. Patients are medically managed by several Nephrologist and Advanced Practice Practitioners (APP). We have Registered Dietitians and Social Workers to address concrete patient needs such as transportation and dietary needs. Unit staffing includes a Nurse Manager, a Nursing Supervisor, and many Registered Nurses and Dialysis Clinical Technicians. We have additional support staff of Biomed Techs and Dialysis Assistants overseen by a technical leader.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
- Perform dialysis treatments according to prescribed protocols and physician orders.
- Monitor patients during dialysis treatment, assessing vital signs and responding to any changes in condition.
- Set up and operate dialysis machines, including performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues as needed.
- Administer medications and intravenous fluids as prescribed by the physician.
- Educate patients and their families about dialysis procedures, dietary restrictions, and self-care techniques.
- Maintain accurate and complete medical records, including documenting treatment activities and patient progress.
- Ensure adherence to infection control protocols and safety standards in the dialysis unit.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education to enhance skills and knowledge.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of a dialysis technician training program preferred.
- Certification as a Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) required within 18-months of employment.
Dialysis Clinical Technician - Northland Park - 40 Hours/Week
Posted 21 days ago
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We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Dialysis Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to work in patient care and a passion for helping individuals with kidney disease. As a Clinical Dialysis Technician, you will play a vital role in providing dialysis treatments and ensuring the well-being of our patients.
Location: 21000 Northwestern Hwy. Southfield, MI 48075
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:
Northland Park Dialysis is a 32-station unit operating three shifts, six days a week handling complex patients from ages 20-90 years old. Many require assistance with mobility devices. Operating hours for patients are 5:00 am - 8:00 pm and team members 4:45am to 8:30 pm. Employee schedules are made through several shift designs. Patients are medically managed by several Nephrologist and Advanced Practice Practitioners (APP). We have Registered Dietitians and Social Workers to address concrete patient needs such as transportation and dietary needs. Unit staffing includes a Nurse Manager, a Nursing Supervisor, and many Registered Nurses and Dialysis Clinical Technicians. We have additional support staff of Biomed Techs and Dialysis Assistants overseen by a technical leader.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
- Perform dialysis treatments according to prescribed protocols and physician orders.
- Monitor patients during dialysis treatment, assessing vital signs and responding to any changes in condition.
- Set up and operate dialysis machines, including performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues as needed.
- Administer medications and intravenous fluids as prescribed by the physician.
- Educate patients and their families about dialysis procedures, dietary restrictions, and self-care techniques.
- Maintain accurate and complete medical records, including documenting treatment activities and patient progress.
- Ensure adherence to infection control protocols and safety standards in the dialysis unit.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education to enhance skills and knowledge.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of a dialysis technician training program preferred.
- Certification as a Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT) required within 18-months of employment.
Clinical Lab (Medical) Tech - Clinical Lab Technologist
Posted 1 day ago
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Clinical Lab (Medical) Tech - Clinical Lab TechnologistEstimated Gross Weekly Wage $2105Location Detroit, MI Shift 6am-10am start time, Monday-Friday, flexibility for AM start times. No weekends, no Call. Interview* Start Date 08/04/2025 Assignment Length 13 weeks Job Type Travel Job ID 36219847Minimum Requirements Clinical Experience: Complete clinical rotations or an internship to gain hands-on experience in various laboratory settings Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in tests and procedures Technical Skills: Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and technologyBenefits Unmatched Job Opportunities: Access the largest, most reliable job database, updated in real-time to ensure you see the latest openings. Competitive Edge: Benefit from direct facility relationships for front-of-the-line access to jobs, many with quick, same-day offers. Expert Career Guidance: Work with a dedicated recruiter to achieve your dream career. We offer travel, per diem, and permanent positions with the expertise to support your success. Top-Notch Support and Experience: Enjoy competitive weekly pay and a team dedicated to your happiness 24/7.Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Premium Insurance: Medical and dental coverage from day one. Housing Benefits: Paid company housing or a generous housing stipend with pet accommodations for approved travelers. Paid Sick Time: Accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked. Benefits Debit Card: Receive a $100 monthly benefits debit card. Hot Discounts: Enjoy discounts on theme parks, movie tickets, shopping deals, hotels, and more. Travel Discounts: Plan special stays and save with our partnerships with Hotel Engine and Wyndham Hotels and Resorts. Empowerment Program: Participate in promotions, events, and fun activities with White Glove.Join us to experience the advantages of working with the largest healthcare staffing company in the industry. Your dream job awaits!Apply Job×Step 1: Basic InformationStep 1/2Full Name Email Address Phone Zip Code Next My Profession Is Select ProfessionNursingAllied Primary Specialty Primary SpecialityCase Management / RNBlood Bank TechAudits Infection Control / RNCardio Vascular Operating Room Tech (CV OR)Cath Lab / RNCath Lab TechClinic / RNClinical Lab TechnologistCorrections / RNClinical Lab TechnicianEducator / RNCT TechEmergency Room (ER) / RNDialysis TechEmergency Room (ER) Pediatrics / RNEKG TechEndoscopy / RNEmergency Room (ER) TechHemo-Dialysis / RNEndoscopy TechHome Health / RNEP Lab TechHome Health - UAS Assessments / RNHistology TechICU (Intensive Care Unit) / RNMammography TechICU (Intensive Care Unit) Cardio Vascular / RNMonitor TechIV Team / RNMRI TechLabor & Delivery (L&D) / RNNuclear Medicine TechLong Term Care (LTC) / RNOB TechLong Term Care (LTC) Supervisor / RNOperating Room Tech (ORT)Management / RNRadiation TherapistMedical Surgical (Med Surg) / RNRespiratory TherapistMotherbaby / RNSterile Processing TechNew Grad / RNRDMS / Ultrasound TechNICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) / RNRDCS (Echo Tech) - Adult / Ultrasound TechOncology / RNVascular (RVT) / Ultrasound TechOperating Room (OR) / RNVascular IR TechPACU / RNX-Ray / Radiology TechPediatrics / RNMAPICU (Pedicatric Intensive Care Unit) / RNPCAPsychiatry / RNPhlebotomist / PCAPsychiatry Emergency Room (ER) / RNPCTRadiology / RNPsychiatric Tech / PCTSchool / RNBHATeleHealth / RNPharmacistTelemetry / RNOccupational TherapistWound Care / RNPhysical TherapistAssessments / LPNSpeech TherapistCase Management / LPNPhysical Therapist AssistantClinic / LPNLCSW / Social WorkerCorrections / LPNLMSW / Social WorkerHemo-Dialysis / LPNSocial WorkerLong Term Care (LTC) / LPNMedical Surgical (Med Surg) / LPNNew Grad / LPNPediatrics / LPNPsychiatry / LPNTelemetry / LPNSchool / LPNLong Term Care (LTC) / CNACare Companion / CNASitter / CNAMedical Surgical (Med Surg) / CNANew Grad / CNAPsychiatry / CNANurse Aneshesiologist / CRNAFamily Practice / NPNPPAHow did you hear about us Your Resume (Optional) Drag and Drop or Upload your resume hereMax 25 MBPrevious Submit×Uh-oh! Forgot to upload your resume?No worries-upload it now, and your next coffee is on us!Don't miss out-this could be the start of something amazing. Let's get your career brewing!Terms and Conditions: Offer valid only for new resumes from approved healthcare providers that have not been submitted within the past 3 months.
Pharmacy Technician, Clinical/MTM Remote Outbound MST/PST
Posted 5 days ago
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Molina Healthcare is hiring for several Pharmacy Technicians. These roles are 100% Remote and require you be licensed either State or Nationally.
These positions will be Monday through Friday 10am to 630pm **Mountain Standard Time.**
Molina MTM Pharmacy Services staff work to ensure that Molina members have access to Medicare Star medications and those meds are used in a cost-effective, safe manner. These jobs are responsible for creating, operating, and monitoring Molina Health Plan's pharmacy benefit programs in accordance with all federal and state laws.
Jobs in this family include those involved in formulary management (such as, reviewing drug/provider utilization patterns and pharmacy costs management), clinical pharmacy services (such as, therapeutic drug monitoring, drug regimen review, patient education, and medical staff interaction), and oversight (establishing and measuring performance metrics with regard to patient outcomes, medications safety and medication use policies).
These positions will be Monday through Friday 10am to 630pm **Mountain Standard Time.** Currently there are no weekend nor holiday requirements.
Bilingual in any of the following languages is a plus (not required) Arabic, Mandarin, Cantonese, or Vietnamese.
Above average computer proficiency is a MUST!
**Job Duties**
+ Collaborate with Molina pharmacist on medication adherence and provide follow-up on identified adherence barriers.
+ Perform outreach to member, prescriber and/or pharmacy as needed.
+ Participates in the development /administration of programs designed to enhance the utilization of targeted drugs and the identification of cost saving pharmacy practices.
+ Identifies and reports departmental operational issues and resource needs to appropriate management.
+ Assists Molina Member Services, pharmacies, and health plan providers in resolving member prescription claim, prior authorization, or pharmacy services access issues.
+ Articulates Pharmacy Management policies and procedures to pharmacy/health plan providers, other Molina staff and others as needed.
**Job Qualifications**
**REQUIRED EDUCATION:** High School Diploma or GED equivalent
**PREFERRED EDUCATION:** Associate's Degree
**REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:** 2 years' experience as a Pharmacy Technician
**PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:** 3+ years
**REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION:** Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician Certification
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.
Molina Healthcare offers competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.
Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates
Pay Range: $18 - $26.42 / HOURLY
*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
Pharmacy Technician, Clinical/MTM Remote Outbound MST/PST
Posted 5 days ago
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Molina Healthcare is hiring for several Pharmacy Technicians. These roles are 100% Remote and require you be licensed either State or Nationally.
These positions will be Monday through Friday 10am to 630pm **Mountain Standard Time.**
Molina MTM Pharmacy Services staff work to ensure that Molina members have access to Medicare Star medications and those meds are used in a cost-effective, safe manner. These jobs are responsible for creating, operating, and monitoring Molina Health Plan's pharmacy benefit programs in accordance with all federal and state laws.
Jobs in this family include those involved in formulary management (such as, reviewing drug/provider utilization patterns and pharmacy costs management), clinical pharmacy services (such as, therapeutic drug monitoring, drug regimen review, patient education, and medical staff interaction), and oversight (establishing and measuring performance metrics with regard to patient outcomes, medications safety and medication use policies).
These positions will be Monday through Friday 10am to 630pm **Mountain Standard Time.** Currently there are no weekend nor holiday requirements.
Bilingual in any of the following languages is a plus (not required) Arabic, Mandarin, Cantonese, or Vietnamese.
Above average computer proficiency is a MUST!
**Job Duties**
+ Collaborate with Molina pharmacist on medication adherence and provide follow-up on identified adherence barriers.
+ Perform outreach to member, prescriber and/or pharmacy as needed.
+ Participates in the development /administration of programs designed to enhance the utilization of targeted drugs and the identification of cost saving pharmacy practices.
+ Identifies and reports departmental operational issues and resource needs to appropriate management.
+ Assists Molina Member Services, pharmacies, and health plan providers in resolving member prescription claim, prior authorization, or pharmacy services access issues.
+ Articulates Pharmacy Management policies and procedures to pharmacy/health plan providers, other Molina staff and others as needed.
**Job Qualifications**
**REQUIRED EDUCATION:** High School Diploma or GED equivalent
**PREFERRED EDUCATION:** Associate's Degree
**REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:** 2 years' experience as a Pharmacy Technician
**PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:** 3+ years
**REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION:** Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician Certification
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.
Molina Healthcare offers competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.
Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates
Pay Range: $18 - $26.42 / HOURLY
*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
Pharmacy Technician, Clinical/MTM Remote Outbound MST/PST
Posted 5 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Molina Healthcare is hiring for several Pharmacy Technicians. These roles are 100% Remote and require you be licensed either State or Nationally.
These positions will be Monday through Friday 10am to 630pm **Mountain Standard Time.**
Molina MTM Pharmacy Services staff work to ensure that Molina members have access to Medicare Star medications and those meds are used in a cost-effective, safe manner. These jobs are responsible for creating, operating, and monitoring Molina Health Plan's pharmacy benefit programs in accordance with all federal and state laws.
Jobs in this family include those involved in formulary management (such as, reviewing drug/provider utilization patterns and pharmacy costs management), clinical pharmacy services (such as, therapeutic drug monitoring, drug regimen review, patient education, and medical staff interaction), and oversight (establishing and measuring performance metrics with regard to patient outcomes, medications safety and medication use policies).
These positions will be Monday through Friday 10am to 630pm **Mountain Standard Time.** Currently there are no weekend nor holiday requirements.
Bilingual in any of the following languages is a plus (not required) Arabic, Mandarin, Cantonese, or Vietnamese.
Above average computer proficiency is a MUST!
**Job Duties**
+ Collaborate with Molina pharmacist on medication adherence and provide follow-up on identified adherence barriers.
+ Perform outreach to member, prescriber and/or pharmacy as needed.
+ Participates in the development /administration of programs designed to enhance the utilization of targeted drugs and the identification of cost saving pharmacy practices.
+ Identifies and reports departmental operational issues and resource needs to appropriate management.
+ Assists Molina Member Services, pharmacies, and health plan providers in resolving member prescription claim, prior authorization, or pharmacy services access issues.
+ Articulates Pharmacy Management policies and procedures to pharmacy/health plan providers, other Molina staff and others as needed.
**Job Qualifications**
**REQUIRED EDUCATION:** High School Diploma or GED equivalent
**PREFERRED EDUCATION:** Associate's Degree
**REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:** 2 years' experience as a Pharmacy Technician
**PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:** 3+ years
**REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION:** Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician Certification
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.
Molina Healthcare offers competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.
Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates
Pay Range: $18 - $26.42 / HOURLY
*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
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Patient Care Technician - Clinical Decision Unit - 36hrs - Day Shift
Posted 3 days ago
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GENERAL SUMMARY:Department: Clinical Decisions UnitSchedule: 36hrs, 12hr Day Shift, 7am-7:30pm, Sunday - SaturdayPerform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.Aid with movement and placement of patients.Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff.Document necessary records.Keep patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintains medical equipment.Qualifications - ExternalEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES REQUIRED:BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Nurse Aide credentialed from the Michigan Nurse Aide Registry preferred. Any issuing authority accepted.
Patient Care Tech Medical Unit
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Opportunity to join our remarkable care as a Patient Care Technician awaits you! Trinity Health Livonia is a beautiful full-service, 304-bed acute care hospital, located in Livonia, MI, that provides comprehensive care, including a 24-hour emergency department, general medicine, inpatient and outpatient surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, intensive care unit, cancer, cardiology, geriatrics and birthing and women's health. Through several major expansions in the hospital, programs and services, Trinity Health Livonia continues to offer the latest in quality health and medical services. Trinity Health Livonia has received numerous awards recognizing excellence in clinical outcomes, patient safety, financial performance, and efficiency.
General SummaryUnder the direction of a registered nurse, the patient care technician is responsible for direct patient care considering age specific, developmental, cultural, and spiritual needs. Demonstrates unit/area-designated competencies. Assists in establishing and maintaining a patient care environment that is clean, safe and conducive to patient/family well being including concepts of relationship based care.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms nursing care as delegated by the RN in an effort to identify/attain treatment goals such as:
- Records/calculates intake and output, obtains weights
- Applies support/orthopedic devices such as support hose and compression devices
- Obtains routine vital signs, pain score and temperature
- Assists the patient with: coughing, deep breathing, use of incentive spirometer, oral suctioning
- Applies warm and cold therapies (ice packs, Artic Sun, Bar Hugger, and cooling blanket)
- Provides care of the restrained patient including general care, application of the restraint and ongoing monitoring of the restrained patient
- Care and removal of Foley catheters
- Routine oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry
- Assist in preparing the body following death
- Assists patient in completing ADLs including: bathing, showering, toileting, positioning, turning, transferring & ambulation using assistive devices as needed and appropriate
- Assists with feeding and menu selection
- Distributes/collects nourishments and orders late trays
- Answers call lights
- Demonstrates sterile or aseptic technique as appropriate when performing delegated activities such as: collecting and sending specimens including blood and blood cultures, removing peripheral IV catheters, competency based point of care testing such as blood glucose
- Records patient information and required data in appropriate areas in order to meet documentation and charging requirements.
- Assists in establishing and maintaining a patient care environment that is clean, safe, and conducive to patient/family well being
- Documents patient belongings upon admission to Behavioral Health Unit in the ED
- Prepare patient room for arrival/ assists in transfers and or discharge of patients
- Orients patient/family/visitors to patient room, unit, waiting area and facilities
- Assists patient/family in the use of hospital equipment (telephone, lights television)
- Makes occupied and unoccupied beds
- Collects and disposes of soiled linen
- Cleans and maintains equipment according to procedures
- Provides wound and exit site care as delegated:
- Applies simple dressing to clean wounds of stage I or stage II depth (partial thickness) following assessment of the RN (does not include dressings that require topical ointments, gels, creams, packing or ace wraps)
- Secures complex dressings that have been changed by other caregivers.
- Performs PEG care and dressing changes
- Completes delegated unit specific activities such as: gathering post procedural data after initial nursing assessment such as vital signs, places patients on monitors/telemetry and maintains lead placement, clean intermittent urinary catheterization, checks/restocks unit emergency equipment/supplies and nurse servers, performs other unit specific duties as delegated.
- Performs general clerical duties as needed such as: answering telephones and relays messages, making calls as necessary, assembles charts for transfer and discharges, makes a manual requisition for patient orders for Registered Nurse approval during emergencies, codes and downtime. Efficiently utilize FirstNet and Tele-tracking to ensure patient throughput, coordinates patient care in conjunction with the ED staff.
Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: Preferred minimum of one year of previous direct care experience (acute or long term) OR successful completion of CENA, PCT, MA, or EMT course OR student nurses must have completed their nursing fundamentals class of a BSN program.
Benefits Available to You as a Colleague of Trinity- Competitive compensation
- Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability starts DAY ONE
- DailyPay Choose to get paid every day! Learn more by visiting
- Nurse Residency Program for all new nurses! Click here for more details
- Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
- Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free parking in proximity to your workplace.
- Click Here to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at Trinity Health System.
We are a member of Trinity Health, a leading Catholic health care system based in Livonia, Michigan. Trinity Health operates in 22 states, employs about 133,000 colleagues and returns almost $1.1 billion to its communities annually in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.
Click Here to learn more about Trinity Health.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Patient Care Tech Medical Unit
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Full time
**Shift:**
Night Shift
**Description:**
**Opportunity to Join our Remarkable Care as a PCT awaits** **YOU!** **!**
Trinity Health Livonia is a beautiful full-service, 304-bed acute care hospital, located in Livonia, MI, that provides comprehensive care, including a 24-hour emergency department, general medicine, inpatient and outpatient surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, intensive care unit, cancer, cardiology, geriatrics and birthing and women's health. Through several major expansions in the hospital, programs and services, Trinity Health Livonia continues to offer the latest in quality health and medical services. Trinity Health Livonia has received numerous awards recognizing excellence in clinical outcomes, patient safety, financial performance, and efficiency.
**GENERAL SUMMARY:**
Under the direction of a registered nurse, the patient care technician is responsible for direct patient care considering age specific, developmental, cultural and spiritual needs. Demonstrates unit/area-designated competencies. Assists in establishing and maintaining a patient care environment that is clean, safe and conducive to patient/family well being including concepts of relationship based care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs nursing care as delegated by the RN in an effort to identify/attain treatment goals such as:
+ Records/calculates intake and output, obtains weights
+ Applies support/orthopedic devices such as support hose and compression devices
+ Obtains routine vital signs, pain score and temperature
+ Assists the patient with: coughing, deep breathing, use of incentive spirometer, oral suctioning?
+ Applies warm and cold therapies (ice packs, Artic Sun, Bar Hugger, and cooling blanket)
+ Provides care of the restrained patient including general care, application of the restraint and ongoing monitoring of the restrained patient
+ Care and removal of Foley catheters
+ Routine oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry
+ Assist in preparing the body following death
Assists patient in completing ADLs including:
+ Bathing, showering, toileting, positioning, turning, transferring & ambulation using assistive devices as needed and appropriate
+ Assists with feeding and menu selection
+ Distributes/collects nourishments and orders late trays
+ Answers call lights
Demonstrates sterile or aseptic technique as appropriate when performing delegated activities such as:
+ Collects and sends specimens including blood and blood cultures ?
+ Removes peripheral IV catheters
+ Competency based point of care testing such as blood glucose
Records patient information and required data in appropriate areas in order to meet documentation and charging requirements.
Assists in establishing and maintaining a patient care environment that is clean, safe, and conducive to patient/family well being
+ Documents patient belongings upon admission to Behavioral Health Unit in the ED
+ Prepare patient room for arrival/ assists in transfers and or discharge of patients
+ Orients patient/family/visitors to patient room, unit, waiting area and facilities
+ Assists patient/family in the use of hospital equipment (telephone, lights television)
+ Makes occupied and unoccupied beds
+ Collects and disposes of soiled linen
+ Cleans and maintains equipment according to procedures
Provides wound and exit site care as delegated:
+ Applies simple dressing to clean wounds of stage I or stage II depth (partial thickness) following assessment of the RN (does not include dressings that require topical ointments, gels, creams, packing or ace wraps)
+ Secures complex dressings that have been changed by other caregivers.
+ Performs PEG care and dressing changes
Completes delegated unit specific activities such as:
+ Gathers post procedural data after initial nursing assessment such as vital signs.
+ Places patients on monitors/telemetry and maintains lead placement
+ Clean intermittent urinary catheterization
+ Checks/restocks unit emergency equipment/supplies and nurse servers
+ Performs other unit specific duties as delegated.
Performs general clerical duties as needed such as:
+ Answers telephones and relays messages, making calls as necessary
+ Assembles charts for transfer and discharges
+ Makes a manual requisition for patient orders for Registered Nurse approval during emergencies, codes and downtime.
+ Efficiently utilize FirstNet and Tele-tracking to ensure patient throughput
+ Coordinates patient care in conjunction with the ED staff
**EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSURE**
Education:?High school diploma or GED
Experience:? Preferred minimum of one year of previous direct care experience (acute or long term) OR successful completion of CENA, PCT, MA, or EMT course OR Student nurses must have completed their nursing fundamentals class of a BSN program.
**BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO YOU AS A COLLEAGUE OF TRINITY**
+ Competitive compensation
+ Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability starts DAY ONE
+ DailyPay - Choose to get paid every day! Learn more by visiting Nurse Residency Program for all new nurses! Click here for more details ( Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
+ Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ Free parking in proximity to your workplace.
Click Here ( to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Trinity Health System.
**ABOUT TRINITY HEALTH LIVONIA HOSPITAL**
We are a member of Trinity Health, a leading Catholic health care system based in Livonia, Michigan. Trinity Health operates in 22 states, employs about 133,000 colleagues and returns almost $1.1 billion to its communities annually in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.
Click Here ( to learn more about Trinity Health.
**Our Commitment**
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran