Patient Care Technician, Outpatient Clinic

Patient Care Technician, Outpatient Clinic

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

This is a PRN Day Shift position where you will work 12 hr. shift on your scheduled days.

PRN Patient Care Technicians are required to work 4 to 6 days in a 6-week period. Must be able to work days and weekends as scheduled

• Department: Outpatient Clinic

• Organizes and manages patient care activity to support the nursing process and provision of care to the patient. Ensures the proper notification and coordination of the multidisciplinary team.

• Maintains clean and orderly stations and monitor proper equipment.

• Answers all call lights in a timely manner. Answers phones courteously and directs the call to appropriate personnel.

• Provides support to nursing staff and other personnel in the daily activities of the unit and during emergency situations. Reports any information regarding changes in patient status or activities to the licensed nurse

• Monitors heart rhythm patterns of patients in the ICU and on remote telemetry monitors to detect abnormal cardiac rhythms or changes to patient's baseline rhythm.

• Reviews patient information to determine baseline rhythm, current rhythm and any prior variables to rhythm.

• Responds appropriately to all alarms and notifies licensed nurse. Measures cardiac intervals and documents. Records and documents cardiac rhythm strip per department policy.

Minimum Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Experience

• 1 year experience in Monitor Tech preferred

Required Licensure & Certification

• PCT certification or CNA license preferred, but not required

• Current BLS required.

• Monitor tech training with proof of successful completion (rhythm patterns).

At City of Hope, our Culture of People First is the core principle of our belief in Good Health, Security & Stability and Work-Life Balance and Family-friendly Rewards!

• Availability is due 4 weeks in advance of schedule start date

• Call may be required

• Overtime is normally not available; however you may be asked to work overtime based on business needs.

• Weekend Hours: Friday 6:30pm to Monday 7:00am

• Holidays and weekend requirements are based on department hours of operation.

• PRNs are not eligible for benefits but are eligible to participate in our 401k program and other eligible rewards programs.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here:Benefits Information

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.