Patient Care Technician Job at Cook County Health & Hospitals System
Cook County Health & Hospitals System Chicago, IL
- Evaluates patient condition and provides emergency treatment per protocol
- Provide emergency care which may include: taking vital signs, immobilizing the patient, administering medications orally and intravenously, perform EKG, perform endotracheal intubation, cardiac defibrillation and venous catheter placement
- Performs Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), as directed and supervised by physician
- Documents accurately and timely
- In divisional, clinic, Intake, and/or Infirmary setting, acknowledges nurse's supervisory responsibility as directed
- In divisional, clinic, Intake, and/or Infirmary setting, performs activities as directed by the nurse
- Documents in Cerner EMR as directed by the nurse
- Verifies and documents patient complaints and discusses with registered nurse or physician
- Maintains confidentiality in all patient related information
- Assists the nurse, physician and/or physician assistant in further medical evaluation of the detainee/patient
- Adheres to the attendance policy
- Utilizes appropriate channel to address any issues/concerns
- Transports sick and injured detainees to required healthcare areas by wheelchair, stair-chair, gurney, medi-car, and ambulance
- Inspects emergency equipment and supplies daily; ensures that all equipment is clean and operational and reports problems
- Understands and supports unit department health services policies and philosophy by reviewing new policies and procedures, utilizes policy and procedure book for clarifications
- Demonstrates accountability through maintenance and compliance with CPR, ACLS
- Attends mandatory certifications programs for fire, safety, infection control, and other mandatory offerings
- Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, staff and others
- Give appropriate shift to shift reports
- Assumes responsibility for attending twelve hours of in-service annually; accepts responsibility for professional growth by attendance at educational offerings
- Maintains patient confidentiality; demonstrates use of ethics in practice
- Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
- Complies with existing security (CCDOC, DCSI) policies and procedures
- Presents professional appearance in attitude, dress, communication, and grooming
- Serves as a. preceptor as assigned
- Performs other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent is required. (Must provide proof at time of interview.)
Must be 21 years of age at time of application filing. (Must provide proof at time of interview.)
Must possess a valid driver’s license. (Must provide license at time of interview.)
Must possess current CPR and ACLS certifications. (Must provide proof at time of interview.)
Must be licensed as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) in the state of Illinois. (Must provide proof at time of interview.)
Must possess two (2) years full-time work experience as an emergency medical technician or providing emergency medical care, required.
Must possess competency in Phlebotomy, required.
Must possess competency in Microsoft Excel, required. (Testing May be required)
Must possess experience in sterilization procedures, required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
Knowledge of pharmacology, physical assessment, and basic medical terminology
Knowledge of pharmacology, physical assessment, and basic medical terminology
Knowledge of medical terminology
Knowledge in the principles of pharmacology
Knowledge of medical (related) abbreviations that pertain to emergency medical procedures
Skill in performing EKG
Skill in basic physical assessment
Ability to perform Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to understand instructions and communicate effectively with patients as well as staff
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.
When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
- Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
- CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
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