3 South Ortho PCT FT 7p

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 50 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Baptist Medical Center South is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician for the 3 South Orthopedics unit. The role supports RNs, LPNs and physicians in routine patient care and requires strong safety awareness and clear communication with patients and team.

Applicants should have a High School diploma (Nursing Assistant preferred) and BLS certification. This full-time, third-shift position emphasizes compassionate patient support and teamwork in an acute care environment.

Qualificações

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate from certified Nursing Assistant program preferred.
• Completion of first clinical rotation as a Nurse Student or 1 year of experience in a patient care role preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsabilidades

• Assist RNs, LPNs, and Physicians in the patient care process.
• Support routine and non-complex patient care tasks.
• Perform duties within scope of the role as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Body mechanics

Safety awareness

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Formação académica

High School Diploma

Nursing Assistant program preferred

Health Occupations Program (HOSA) preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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.

To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights

Summary

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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, LPN's, and Physicians in the patient care process. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience

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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

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BLS required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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• 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

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Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday.

There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.

There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action.

Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds.

There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person.

Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range.

Inside 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 South

Job

3 South Ortho PCT FT 7p

Patient Care Technician

Job Type

Regular-Full time

Shift

Third Shift (United States of America)