Patient Care Technician - Orthopedic Clinic

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. 

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Salary Range: $16.00 - $22.50. $2,500 Sign On Bonus available for Qualified Candidates!

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Come join our busy Orthopedic Clinic that sees patients of all ages.

In this position, you will work closely with the nursing staff and Providers. You will be taught various skills specific to orthopedics. We are looking for someone who can work independently but also as a team member.

Typical duties include
- rooming patients
- obtaining vital signs
- asking intake questions
- staple/suture removals
- assist with dressing changes
- assist with fitting patients for assistive devices/braces
- cleaning and stocking of patient rooms
- prepping education materials to hand out to patients

Hours are Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with no weekends or major holidays.

Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs basic patient care services and supports activities within ambulatory services. Patient Care Technicians are multi-skilled to provide expanded services under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional.

Job Description

Whether you're seasoned in the field or just starting out, we welcome patient care technicians of all experience levels. We are seeking a self-motivated, independent and compassionate individual to help serve our patients. Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment while managing various tasks is required. We believe in doing good; it's how we deliver exceptional care and improve the human condition at every stage of life!
 

Your day to day may include:

 •  Taking patient vital signs

 •  Rooming patients for providers

 •  Cleaning and stocking patient treatment rooms

 •  Assisting providers and nursing team as needed  

Available for you:

 •  Specialized on-boarding and on the job training

 •  Career advancement through educational assistance

 •  A workspace that values an encouraging employee experience

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Minimum of six months’ experience preferred. Experience in a clinic setting preferred. Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be registered as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.