1N Patient Care Technician PRN

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Alabama is seeking a Patient Care Technician PRN to assist in routine patient care tasks. This entry-level position requires a high school diploma and preferred experience in a healthcare setting. Key responsibilities include supporting nursing staff and assisting with patient care routines. The role offers a PRN day shift schedule with full-time employment status.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Completion of first clinical rotation as a Nurse Student preferred.
• 1 year of experience in a patient care role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist RNs, LPNs, and Physicians in patient care.
• Supportive member of the patient care team.
• Perform routine and non-complex aspects of patient care.

Skills

Knowledge of body mechanics

Medical terminology training

Effective communication

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant Program

Job description

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Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.

Highlights

PRN Day Shift

Summary

The Patient Care Technician shall serve as a supportive member of the patient care team who will assist in routine and non-complex aspects of patient care. The PCT shall assist RNs, LPNs, and Physicians in the patient care process. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience

High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate from a certified Nursing Assistant Program or a Health Occupations Program (HOSA) preferred. Completion of first clinical rotation as a Nurse Student (i.e. completion of ‘Nursing Fundamentals' course which includes assistance with Activities of Daily Living, vitals signs etc) or 1 year of experience in a patient care role in an acute care, nursing home or home care setting preferred.

License/Certification

BLS required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of body mechanics and basic safety, principles of physical care and comfort.
• Medical terminology training preferred.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Work Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday.
• Occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action.
• Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds.
• Continuous speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person.
• Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range.
• Protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels.
• Much exposure to computer work.
• Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock.
• Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks.
• Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location

Baptist Medical Center East

Job Title

1N Patient Care Technician PRN – Patient Care Technician

Job Type

PRN-PRN

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care