Nursing Technician Jobs in Delaware

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Bayhealth Medical Center is Central and Southern Delaware’s healthcare leader with hospitals in Dover and Milford, as well as stand-alone Emergency Department in Smyrna and a hybrid Emergency Department and Urgent Care in Milton. We offer various practice settings throughout Kent and Sussex Counties. Bayhealth Medical Center Kent Campus is 90 minutes from Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Baltimore. Our Sussex Campus is 30 minutes to the Delaware beaches and relaxation in the sand!

Bayhealth Medical Center offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (for eligible positions) including:

• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Matching 401(k)/403(b) Plans
• Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision
• Disability and Life Insurance options
• On Site Child Care
• Educational Reimbursement
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Plus, an array of Voluntary Benefits to include Critical Care Coverage and more!

Location: Occupational Health, Dover

Status: Full Time 80 Hours

Shift: Day/ Evening

SALARY RANGE: 17.40 - 26.10 HOURLY

General Summary:

The Patient Care Technician 1 (PCT 1) position is responsible for a wide variety of technical and clerical procedures. PCT 1 has frequent direct patient contact when performing phlebotomy, specimen collection and specimen transport. Utilizes computers for patients specimen ordering, accessioning and general data entry.

Responsibilities:

1. Independently performs and documents all tasks and procedures including phlebotomy, specimen collection, waived testing and processing of specimens according to established policies and protocols while maintaining accuracy in all job functions.

2. Verifies the identity of patient/specimen, accurately enters data and completes all required documentation. Identifies, investigates, and communicates appropriately all unusual/unexpected results or situations. Consults appropriate personnel regarding all difficulties, technical questions or unresolved problems.

3. Registers/schedules patients and tests.

4. Performs all tasks, procedures, and documentation within established standards for timeliness without reminder. Follows through on all outstanding tests, procedures, assignments, or tasks and reports any incomplete assignments to ensure work is completed without interruption of service.

5. Demonstrates and maintains proficiency on all computer software and systems.

6. Ensures all Infection Prevention / Safety protocols are followed at all times, disinfects work areas prior to end of each shift.

7. Assists coworkers at all times with any difficult procedures/problems, including heavy workload.

8. Maintains adequate supplies according to established PAR levels for department. Replaces all supplies used during the shift to assure volumes are sufficient for the following shift. Recognizes low inventory situations and alerts appropriate personnel for re-order in a timely manner.

9. Completes QA, QC and PI, as needed.

10. Distributes patient results, as needed.

11. Demonstrates competency in completing a Safety variance.

12. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities.

13. For Occupational Health: Performs Vital signs, Evaluations, Diagnostic, and technical procedures according to established policies and procedures.

14. For Occupational Health: Assists with nursing functions under the supervision of the nursing staff and Providers.

15. For Occupational Health: Assures that all medical information and patient interaction is documented in the patient’s chart along with medications, allergies and medical history.

16. For Occupational Health: Performs onsite services when requested with the onsite medical surveillance unit.

Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience:

• Education: Certificate Program, High School Diploma or GED; Phlebotomy or Certificate Program in EKG, Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, or Nursing Assistant. Or 5 years of phlebotomy experience.
• Credential(s): Basic Life Support (BLS) or ability to complete on-site (BLS) training
• Experience: Training in Phlebotomy.

Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience:

• Education: None
• Credential(s): None
• Experience: Previous experience in healthcare setting.