Pediatric Health Choice, a PHS company, specializes in providing exceptional care for medically complex, technology-dependent, and behaviorally challenged children. Our pioneering child-focused, family-oriented service model has set the standard across the nation.
As the largest operator of Ambulatory Medical Day Health Centers in the U.S., we are proud to be Medicaid certified and fully licensed by state regulatory agencies, ensuring the highest standards of care and safety.
Position: Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Location: Alexandria, LA
Hours: Flexible Hours | Full Time
THE POSITION:
The Patient Care Technician supports the nursing team in providing daily care and assistance to children in the center, helping ensure a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment.
- Assists the nursing team in the delivery of routine child care activities.
- Performs assigned patient care tasks according to established standards of care and assists nurses with treatments and procedures as directed.
- Participates in data collection such as vital signs, weights, and specimen collection as assigned.
- Documents observations, interventions, and child responses in designated records.
- Reports any child or family concerns, changes in condition, or issues requiring further assessment to the designated Registered Nurse.
- Recognizes emergency situations and initiates CPR as trained.
- Maintains strict confidentiality of children and their families.
- Maintains a clean, safe environment; follows universal precautions and infection control practices; identifies and reports safety hazards to the designated Registered Nurse.
- Assists with specialized care needs, including children in isolation, as assigned.
- Participates in play, child development, and educational activities as directed.
- Accepts patient care assignments and center support duties or communicates concerns with the designated Clinical Manager.
- Attends team meetings, child care conferences, and in-services as required.
Nutrition & Daily Care Responsibilities:
- Prepares meals for children according to meal plans and individual nutritional needs.
- Labels, stores, and maintains food and formula supplies; checks expiration dates and disposes of expired items per guidelines.
- Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of feeding equipment, suction equipment, and related supplies per established procedures.
- Changes bed linens as scheduled and maintains laundry duties.
- Cleans and sanitizes beds, highchairs, swings, exam tables, mats, and other equipment daily and between children.
Center Support Duties:
- Assists with minor center and equipment upkeep and assembly as needed.
- Takes inventory of medical and center supplies; assists with restocking and organizing supplies.
- Completes daily logs and routines as outlined in Patient Care Technician and Therapeutic Play guidelines.
Driving Responsibilities:
- Safely transport children enrolled in the PDHC transportation program.
- Assist with loading and unloading children from transport vehicles alongside a medical escort.
- Follow transportation schedules and complete all required documentation.
- Conduct thorough vehicle checks to ensure no belongings or children are left behind.
- Collaborate with the transport coordinator to troubleshoot transportation issues.
- Communicate with caregivers and families regarding transportation details.
- Respond to emergency situations during transport when requested.
- Maintain a positive, harmonious environment for the children and staff.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid Louisiana driver’s license and Chauffeur’s License.
- Must be at least 18 years of age (21 years preferred).
- Experience working with infants, toddlers, or children preferred.
- Previous healthcare, patient care, or child care experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary care team.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
- Compassionate, dependable, and committed to providing high-quality care to children with complex medical needs.
Why Choose Us?
- Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.
- Innovative Environment: Be part of a pediatric-focused care model centered on excellence and best practices.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for training, development, and advancement.
- Collaborative Culture: Work alongside dedicated professionals who value teamwork and compassionate care.Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, benefits, and a supportive work environment.
We look forward to learning more about you and the skills you can bring to Pediatric Health Choice!
Pediatric Health Choice is an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to affirmative action and equal employment opportunities for all regardless of protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance.