"Patient Care Technician"

Assist in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of a professional nurse. Supports operational functions in the PACU/Preop at the East Ann Arbor Surgery Center. Assists in obtaining and caring for equipment. Helps maintain a safe and clean environment.

• Assist in patient admission and discharge procedures.
• Obtain and record vital signs. Assist in preparing patients for surgery.
• Assist with preparing patients for discharge.
• Assist with maintaining unit stock.
• Work in MiChart.
• Adheres to high standards of teamwork by demonstrating adaptability and flexibility.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member are crucial, as well as being highly motivated and organized, with a strong desire to learn.
• Effective time management, as well as excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Candidate will demonstrate excellent customer service skills as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Works well with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Complete annual mandatory competencies.
• Any other tasks delegated by RN or Nursing leadership.

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

• Previous experience in an ambulatory care clinical setting or Preop/PACU.
• Completion of a certified nurse or medical assistant program (Certification preferred).
• Progressive knowledge of methods, procedures, materials, and equipment of the designated area is necessary.
• One of the following:
• Junior status in an accredited BSN program
• 2nd year in accredited ADN program
• A minimum 1-year recent experience in an unlicensed assistive role in a patient care setting, such as nurse aide in a hospital setting
• A minimum two years' experience in in an unlicensed assistive role in a patient care setting in a nursing home or other health care environment
• Progressive knowledge in methods, procedures, materials and equipment of designated area is necessary.
• BLS Certification required

Shift/Hours/Days: Straight Evening Shift; Four (4) Ten (10) Hour shifts; Monday through Friday, various days. (Hours may be variable based on patient and volume needs, with flexibility required)

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.