Ortho Spine Patient Care Tech

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Hourly Wage Estimate: $18.54 - $24.57 / hour
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Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Ortho Spine Patient Care Tech you want with your current employer?
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Swedish Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits Swedish Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues.
The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues.
Do you want to work as a(an) Ortho Spine Patient Care Tech where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued?
If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity.
We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications The Patient Care Technician (PCT) delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living.
Under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN), the PCT assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the PCTs skills/training and the needs of the Department, and consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment.
The PCT complies with all hospital policies/procedures and observes the State Board of Nursing rules for unlicensed personnel.

What you will do in this role: Participates in the implementation of nursing care plans by performing direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the licensed nurse.
Obtains and records initial and ongoing patient information throughout the cycle of care, including admissions data, vital signs, height and weight, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, intake and output, calorie counts, and other patient information as outlined by policy.
Assists with mobility by regular turning and positioning, dangling, and ambulating patients.
Assists with use of walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs.
Transfers patients to and from other units, departments, or entities.
Assists with discharges.
Demonstrates proper body mechanics.
Obtains or assists in the collection of specimens for diagnostic or waived tests.
Ensures accuracy of all labels and timely transfer of specimen.
Assists patients with activities of daily living to include eating and drinking, bathing, shaving, oral care, grooming, and elimination.
Changes bed linens as needed.
Serves as Monitor/Telemetry Tech for the unit as needed.
Engages in evidence-based best practices that enhance the patient experience, including SAFETY rounding, communication fundamentals/AIDET, Teach-Back, Narrating Care, etc.
What qualifications you will need: Basic Cardiac Life Support Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of CO High School Graduate / GED 1 year of previous experience preferred HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver-metro area.
Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation.
Among HCA HealthONEs acute care hospitals is Swedish, a proud member of the community for more than 115 years.
An acute care hospital with 408 licensed beds, HCA HealthONE Swedish is a national leader in neurosciences and serves as the regions preeminent referral center for the most advanced stroke treatment and was the states first Joint Commission certified Comprehensive Stroke Center.
HCA HealthONE Swedish is also home to a robust robotics program, a certified burn and reconstructive center, and a wide-ranging oncology center.
Consistently among the Denver Business Journals list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than $1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than $400M in federal, state and local taxes.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital.
People do.
"- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Ortho Spine Patient Care Tech opening.
We promptly review all applications.
Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.