Cardiology Patient Care Technician

Baptist Health; Montgomery (AL); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery, AL is seeking a Cardiology Patient Care Technician to join our on-site team. You will assist RNs, LPNs, and physicians with routine patient care, daily activities, vitals, and comfort measures in a fast-paced cardiology unit.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA or Health Occupations program preferred, and BLS certification. Previous clinical rotation or 1 year patient care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant program or Health Occupations program preferred.
• Completion of first clinical rotation or 1 year of patient care experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsabilités

• Assist RNs, LPNs, and physicians with routine patient care.
• Support activities of daily living and vitals documentation.
• Provide patient comfort and safety in the cardiology unit.
• Communicate effectively with patients and team.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Formation

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant program or Health Occupations program

First clinical rotation or 1 year patient care experience (preferred)

Description du poste

## Cardiology Patient Care TechnicianApply: 1- Onsite: Baptist Medical Center South: Full time: Posted Today: JR107581Baptist 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**: 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**: 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:**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:**Cardiology Patient Care TechnicianPatient Care Technician**Job Type:**Regular-Full time**Shift**:First Shift (United States of America)