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Appreciating the Patient Care Technician Profession

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Patient care technicians are a pivotal component of the healthcare system that allows medical facilities to safely and effectively diagnose and treat a wide variety of patients. Although entry-level positions as a medical assistant or nurse aide may not seem all that glamorous, they represent great options for individuals who want to provide patient care without having to complete a college degree or advanced training. In addition, these opportunities allow individuals to acquire the knowledge, skills, and credentials they need to advance their career in a more specialized area of practice. Careful review of some of the most common tasks assigned to a technician will help reaffirm one's commitment to the profession and provide a framework for what to expect during the work day. – PowerPoint PPT presentation

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Title: Appreciating the Patient Care Technician Profession


1
Patient Care Tech
  • Work Responsibilities and Career Options

2
What is a Technician?
  • An unlicensed allied health professional
  • Provides supportive services
  • Able to work in nearly all branches of medicine
  • One of the most diverse team members
  • An instrumental component of patient care
  • Entry-level employee
  • Have many avenues for advancement

3
Generalist Technician
  • Often known as medical assistant or nurse aide
  • Helps patients with activities of daily living
  • Works in hospitals and other independent
    facilities
  • Generally needs little education or experience
  • Few barriers to entry
  • Strong job growth
  • Room for advancement over time

4
Generalist Tasks
  • Activities of daily living
  • Dressing
  • Feeding
  • Bathing
  • Turning
  • Recording vital signs
  • Monitoring fluid and food intake/output
  • Emotional support
  • Communicating with advanced providers

5
Specialist Technician
  • Dialysis technician
  • EKG technician
  • Surgical technician
  • Radiological technician
  • Psychiatric technician
  • Ophthalmic technician
  • Many others

6
Specialist Tasks
  • Depends on the specialty
  • May need additional education, training, or
    testing
  • Usually requires patient care experience
  • May require credentials
  • Basic patient care
  • Specialty testing and diagnostics
  • Initial evaluation of test results

7
Formal Regulations
  • Usually required to work under supervision
  • May be required to obtain specialist licensing
  • Generally not required to have college degree
  • Typically need formal training
  • Varies depending on the branch of healthcare
  • Inquire with employers about local requirements

8
Sources
  • Patient Care Technician Training
  • www.patientcaretechniciansalary.net
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