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Tips for Your Patient Care Technician Job Search

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According to NHA's 2020 Industry Outlook Research, certification is highly encouraged and often required for their patient care technicians. To gain relevant experience, contact a local nursing home or hospice facility and ask about volunteer opportunities.

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Home Health Specializations Boost Performance, Bottom Line

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Aligning with shifts in patient acuity levels and PDGM reimbursements requires an agency to look at current internal processes, assess current staff, and retrain or hire staff with specialty certifications. In this scenario, you might encourage several nurses to obtain wound care certification. Hospice care. Respiratory therapy.

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More Healthcare Job Interview Questions (and How to Answer Them)

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If you're new to healthcare, highlight educational opportunities that have prepared you for the future. Hint: Continuing Education is a great way to show potential employers you are prepared!) I also volunteered at the Hospice center, where I gained valuable experience caring for elderly patients.

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