Patient Care Tech to Medical Assistant - Orthopedics - Days

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $17.50 - $22.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

This is a unique opportunity that allows you to begin working as a Patient Care Technician while you complete the online Medical Assistant program to become a Certified Medical Assistant.

- Sanford offers a sponsorship for your Medical Assistant program in return for a 2 year working commitment
- Competitive Package: We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the stability of a leading health system.
• 401k employer contribution match

- Reputation for Excellence: Black Hills Surgical Hospital consistently ranks among the nation’s top surgical hospitals — you’ll be part of a team that’s known and respected.

- Professional Growth: Access to Sanford Health’s robust development programs, continuing education, and advancement opportunities.

- Beautiful Location: Live and work at the gateway to the Black Hills — Rapid City offers stunning scenery, outdoor adventures, and a welcoming community.

Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs basic patient care services and supports activities within ambulatory services. Patient Care Technicians are multi-skilled to provide expanded services under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical professional.

Job Description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity, color vision screening, drug screens, point of care urinalysis and reception/clerical tasks. Patient Care Technicians have knowledge of and utilize appropriate age-related patient care and cultural diversity, relating to the physical and psychological needs of patients from adolescence through geriatrics. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean and maintain patient care area(s) or treatment rooms. Monitors stock levels of medical inventory and restocks or reorders as needed. Work patient registries and identify opportunities to improve patient care. Must be self-motivated, independent and able to work well with team members. Must be able to work amidst multiple distractions while maintaining excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Minimum of six months’ experience preferred. Experience in a clinic setting preferred. Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment. If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be registered as a Nursing Assistant (NA) through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of initial employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.