Patient care technicians are essential members of the healthcare team. Their primary focus is ensuring that patients receive the necessary support and care throughout their experience in the healthcare system. They work closely with doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide a quality care environment.
Performs administrative and clinical functions based on a firm humanistic, ethical, legal responsibility attitude and with knowledge in biological, psychosocial and environmental areas. HE
They train in specific techniques for the exercise of the profession, according to the scientific and technological development of sciences to perform in public and private jobs. That guarantee the
attention of whoever needs it.
Patient care technicians, also known as nursing technicians, geriatric aides, assistive personnel or hospital assistants, perform routine tasks under the supervision of medical and nursing staff.
Features:
- Direct Patient Care: They provide direct assistance to patients, helping them with daily activities such as grooming, mobility, and feeding.
- Information Record: They maintain accurate records of patient information, updating medical records and recording relevant data.
- Appointment Coordination: They schedule medical appointments and tests, ensuring continuity of care and efficiency in patient flow.
- Communication: They serve as a liaison between medical staff and patients, explaining procedures, providing information about treatments, and answering questions.
- Inventory control: They manage and maintain the inventory of medical supplies necessary for various daily operations.
- Emotional Support: They offer emotional support to patients and their families, recognizing the importance of empathy and compassion in the healing process.
Overall, the work of a patient care technician focuses on improving the patient experience and ensuring an efficient and compassionate healthcare environment.
