Patient Care Technician - Urgent Care - Full Time

As directed by the Physician, responsible for rendering clinical assistance to patients within the medical practice.

Responsible for maintaining quality patient care following the policies and procedures of the hospital.

Is overseen by a Certified Surgical Technician for the HLD process.

Job Duties: Escorts patients to the examination room; prepare patients for examination by interviewing the patient, obtaining and documenting vital signs, and other data.Assists the Physician with treatments and procedures as requested by the Physician.

Monitors the patient during and following procedures.Responds to and assists in emergencies as per policy.Exercises care in operation and use and cleaning equipment and supplies to ensure the continued functioning of equipment and supplies.Maintains inventory by ordering supplies as needed.

Checks supply for expirations and outdates and discard as appropriate.Maintains a safe work area in a clean and organized manner.Obtains pre-certs and insurance authorization for medications and diagnostic tests as ordered by the Physician.Collaborates with the Physicians and clinic staff to provide comprehensive health care to the patient and reinforces Physician instructions to enhance patient education.Performs laboratory waived testing and other procedures as ordered by the Physician.Completes decontamination and high-level disinfection of urologic instruments and equipment.

Ensures all necessary instruments and supplies are prepared and ready for the Physician for office-based procedures.Follow HIPAA regulations, Joint Commission standards, other regulatory and compliance rules and regulations, and hospital policies and procedures.