Patient Care Tech/Flow Coordinator (SEIU Job)

Responsibilities + Perform all responsibilities of the Patient Care Technician role: u00b7 Activities of Daily Living (bathing, grooming, feeding, basic hygiene) u00b7 Basic nursing care activities (vital signs, observation and reporting of signs and symptoms of disease state, postural blood pressure, simple dressing changes) u00b7 Assist in patient mobility (ambulate, turn, position, range of motion) u00b7 Perform EKGs (unit specific requirement) u00b7 Bedside testing (blood glucose, colon screening, dextrose secretions, specific gravity) u00b7 Respiratory care (encouraging incentive spirometry, positioning, maintaining humidification of oxygen containers, maintaining nebulizer equipment integrity, performing oxygen saturation checks) + Perform all responsibilities of the Patient Flow Coordinator: u00b7 Coordinates unit by greeting patients and visitors, triaging phone calls, maintaining current information on locator boards; communicates scheduled tests and procedures for patients. u00b7 Processes patientsu2019 charts upon admission and discharge. u00b7 May assist with medication reconciliation upon admission. u00b7 May process medication calendars and micromedix for discharge portfolios. u00b7 Coordinates and maintains nursing unit supplies; monitors patient confidentiality; maintains a hazardfree work environment. u00b7 As appropriate, responds to patient/visitor requests and complaints; escalates requests/complaints to the appropriate staff as necessary. u00b7 Ensures correct patient type and accommodation codes on daily basis on all patients. u00b7 Assists MSW with patient handoff to outside facilities upon discharge, including processing of information to the receiving facility. u00b7 Assists with patient care/bed placement assignments. u00b7 Assists Unit Manager with clerical responsibilities. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS u00b7 High school diploma or GED required. u00b7 Certification as a Nursing Assistant (NA-C) required. u00b7 Previous experience as a patient flow coordinator or patient care technician is preferred u00b7 Familiarity with VMFH clinical programs is preferred. Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, diagnostic tests/procedures, and medications. Strong problem solving, organizational, and time management skills. Ability to work independently, and respond appropriately in stressful situations. Excellent interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in using a personal computer. We deliver inspired people to do meaningful work. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Overview Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award-winning health systems in Washington state CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington, our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region. While youu2019re busy impacting the healthcare industry, weu2019ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more Pay Range $29.51 - $37.81 / hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Created: 2025-09-12