Job Description
In the Patient Care Technician role, you will play a key role in the department and will be responsible for assisting in the care of hospital patients, under direction of a Registered Nurse and medical staff.
Island Health is looking for an experienced Patient Care Technician for the Infusion team at our hospital in Anacortes, WA.
- Location: Anacortes, WA, Onsite
- Schedule:2 FTE / Part Time / Days
- Salary: $21.12/hr - $30.75/hr
- Night Differential - $2.25
- Evening Differential - $1.65
- Weekend Differential - $1.50
For Information on Employee Benefits and SEIU Contract
What you will be doing day-to-day:
- Works under direction of the lead OPD/PACU RN
- Transports patients to rooms/ treatment rooms
- Takes and records blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration rates, glucose levels and food and liquid intake and output, as directed. Reports unusual finding to nurse.
- Answers call lights and bells to determine patients' needs. Assists patients as needed
- Changes linens, tidies and cleans patient care areas as needed.
- Cleans, stocks equipment and/or supplies and instruments.
- Maintains Supply and Inventory in stocking rooms
- Answers phone and takes messages
- Prints out and organizes/ assembles patient charts on admission, placing latest test, procedures and H&P on chart.
- Obtains previous chart records from other facilities if needed.
- Checks for completeness of patient record including consent, test results, transfer agreements, signatures, etc.
- Verifies discharge sheet against admission sheet for accuracy and return of valuables such as glasses, hearing aids and items stored in safe.
- Takes specimens to lab; directs patients/visitors.
What you will bring to the team:
- Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant course of study required.
- Current Washington State Certified Nursing Assistant registration required.
- Current Basic Life Support Certification required.
- Competency with Point of Care testing.
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred
- Experience working in a busy clinical setting with changing priorities preferred.
Make a Difference with Us
At Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported.
Why Choose Island Health?
Whether you’re a new grad or experienced in your field and considering a change, we invite you to explore a wide range of careers at Island Health with exceptional benefits including:
- Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Extended Illness Benefit
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Vested Retirement Contribution
- Flexible Spending Account
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Events
- And More!
Join our award-winning team and apply today!
Island Hospital is an integral part of the great quality of life in Anacortes, Washington and we are actively recruiting for a number of employment opportunities. Located on beautiful Fidalgo Island, Island Hospital is the center for health and wellness in west Skagit County, also serving north Whidbey Island and the San Juan Islands. We have been trusted to provide care to our community since 1962 and are honored to be their provider of choice. We remain focused on providing a personal and compassionate healthcare experience with a range of services and exceptional quality care typically found in a larger facility.
Island Hospital is 43 bed acute care hospital. Each patient room is single occupancy and all of the acute care rooms have a ceiling lift, and private bathroom with a shower. We have six Specialty Care Clinics and five Family Care Clinics providing specialty services that include: Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Sleep Wellness Center, Behavioral Health, Wound Care, and Sleep Wellness. Our inpatient and outpatient services include: Acute Care, Emergency Services, Birthing Center, Surgical Services, Diagnostic Imaging, Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy. We also support our community by offering Community Education classes and various screenings.
Employee Benefits
Island Hospital provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers.
In addition to competitive wages, Island Hospital offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes full medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability and life insurance, vested retirement plan contributions, generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Bank hours, and a variety of optional supplemental benefits. We’re excited to share that we also provide an additional Loan Repayment or Tuition Assistance benefit for several positions – contact us to learn more!
Awards
Island Hospital is proud to be a DNV accredited hospital.
We have a 4 star Medicare rating.
