The Patient Care Technician Float is responsible for preparing patients for exams, obtaining vital signs, and managing patient flow under provider supervision. They also handle clinical room maintenance and provide administrative support in patient access areas.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be able to navigate the EPIC electronic health record system and adhere to HIPAA and OSHA regulatory requirements. The role requires the ability to travel daily to various practice locations within the coverage area.
HIPAA ComplianceClinical SupportPatient Flow ManagementOSHA ComplianceFront Desk OperationsVital Signs CollectionPatient RoomingMedication ReconciliationPatient History DocumentationEPIC EHR
Job description
Summary
Job Description
The Patient Care Technician Float will be responsible for the examination and treatment of patients under the direct supervision of the provider. Duties include but not limited to the following: check in patients, obtain vital signs (height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, pulse oximetry, temperature) medication reconciliation, patient medical history information, expediting patient flow, rooming patients, stocking clinic with supplies, navigating electronic health record system (EPIC), and performing other non-clinical duties as needed. This position requires daily travel to the various practices within the coverage area. Essential Duties:
Patient Care Technician Float
Manages the coordination and flow of patients throughout the patients’ visit to create an exceptional patient experience.
Prepares the patient room for the exam. Follows proper sanitary procedures for cleaning the rooms between patients and ensures the room is stocked with necessary supplies.
Captures patient’s vital signs, past medical, social and family history, medication usage, preferred pharmacy and any additional missing information.
Assists the providers within the scope of training.
Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements including HIPAA/OSHA compliance.
Review the patient’s electronic medical chart to ensure that all required information is available prior to visit.
Enters vital signs and patient information in the electronic medical chart.
Assists with coverage of Patient Access areas, which may include checking in/out patients, answering telephone, faxing and other front desk duties.
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