Job Description

Job Overview:

This position serves as a member of a multidisciplinary care team to assist in direct patient care activities taking into account specific needs as related to patient s age and culture. This care includes activities to enhance and ensure patient and family centered care and satisfaction. The position requires the ability to perform various clinical activities, from simple to complex with accuracy and efficiency under the guidance and direction of the Registered Nurse. All care is provided in compliance with and according to department policy and procedure and according to our Standards of Care.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of a Patient Care Tech program
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association only
• Effective communication skills and basic math skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Effective communication skills and basic math skills
• Successful completion of all Orientation Programs

Preferred:

• Completion of Associates degree in related field

Certifications and Licenses:

• BLS certification through American Heart Association
• Certification as a Patient Care Technician
• Phlebotomy Certified

Scheduling Requirements:

• Days 7:00AM - 3:00PM
• Every other weekend, schedule during the week will vary based on department needs
• Full-Time (37.5 hrs)
• Mandatory Orientation

Essential Functions:

• Participates in assessment of patient needs and patient/family education needs consistent with personal knowledge base
• Communicates with the health care team to help solve priority problems
• Other duties assigned

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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