Wound Care Tech

Overview

Provides and documents direct patient care for patients under the direct supervision of a wound care clinician or provider. While the general age of the patient is adult through geriatric, there may occasionally be infants through pediatric patients. The care will include a safe, comfortable and confidential environment.

Responsibilities

Provides and documents direct patient care for patients under the direct supervision of a wound care clinician or provider. While the general age of the patient is adult through geriatric, there may occasionally be infants through pediatric patients. The care will include a safe, comfortable and confidential environment.

Qualifications

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required and
• Preferred Certifications: Patient Care Tech, Athletic Training, Certified Nursing Assistant, Paramedic, Emergency Medical Technician, or Medical Assistant Preferred

Work Experience

• 1 year of patient care experience Preferred
• 2 years direct care with patients including wound dressing and assisting with minor surgical procedures Preferred
• Ability to perform diagnostic testing and checklist completion Preferred
• Experience with Doppler use Preferred
• Experience in billing and use of databases Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support BLS certification through AHA Upon Hire Required

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Fayette Hospital