Acute Care Tech - Postpartum

Part Time Day Shift- TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital

Location:

10500 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH 45242

Work Schedule:

• Part Time - (48 hours bi-weekly)
• 7am- 7:30pm
• 3rd Weekend rotation
• 3rd Holiday rotation

Job Overview:

As an Acute Care Tech working at the Bethesda North Hospital Postpartum Unit, you will assist with basic activities of daily living and perform designated treatments and procedures under direct nursing supervision. You will support both patients and staff by completing non-direct care tasks and clerical duties as assigned. Strong interpersonal skills are essential, as you will communicate with respect and compassion while using telecommunication devices to relay information. You will also help coordinate patient flow to ensure a smooth and efficient experience for mothers, babies, and families.

Benefits:

A comprehensive benefits package-including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement.

Please view our benefits page: https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits

Job Requirements:

2 years High School Education

Age 17 with work permit

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Reading and math ability appropriate to the position

Job Responsibilities:

Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN. Maintains competency of tasks in which the PCA has been trained. Completes assigned tasks within required timeframe. Seeks clarification from the nurse when in doubt about how to proceed.

Maintains a safe environment. Reports safety hazards to appropriate personnel. Completes safety event report as necessary. Complies with Infection Control policies. Demonstrates knowledge of safety/emergency policies and procedures and appropriately corrects any identified hazards.

Communicates effectively with others. Shows respect to patients, families and co-workers. Reports patient related information in a timely manner. Reports problems in completing assignment/tasks in a timely manner to the appropriate person. Documents observations and tasks performed. Works in collaboration with all members of the health care team. Utilizes chain of command appropriately.

Performs supply, equipment, and environmental-related activities as required, and described in principal accountabilities. Recognizes, reports, and follows-up on issues with supply/equipment availability in a timely manner. Reports and follows through as per unit standard concerning equipment that is broken or malfunctioning. Assures equipment/supplies are readily available for use by next person.

Acknowledges need for self-growth and accountability. Identifies area for self-improvement. Demonstrates/maintains knowledge of organizational and unit changes. Supports organizational and unit changes.

Working Conditions:

Bending- Frequently

Climbing- Occasionally

Concentrating- Consistently

Continuous Learning- Consistently

Hearing: Conversation- Consistently

Hearing: Other Sounds- Frequently

Interpersonal Communication- Consistently

Kneeling- Occasionally

Lifting

Lifting 50+ Lbs.- Frequently

Lifting

Pulling- Consistently

Pushing- Consistently

Reaching- Consistently

Reading- Consistently

Sitting- Frequently

Standing- Consistently

Stooping- Frequently

Talking- Consistently

Thinking/Reasoning- Consistently

Use of Hands- Freq

Color Vision- Occasionally

Visual Acuity: Far- Consistently

Visual Acuity: Near- Consistently

Walking- Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve: ALWAYS…

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS…

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS…

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences
• Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests

Value: ALWAYS…

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste

Engage: ALWAYS…

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community