CNA/Patient Care Tech - Acute Care

Jimmy Jazz; Homer (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Generous PTO

Loan forgiveness

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

South Peninsula Hospital in Alaska is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our compassionate team. You will provide essential personal care, support recovery, and help patients with daily activities in a respectful, patient-centered environment.

Collaborate with RNs, document care in EMR, assist with admissions, discharges, and transport. Must be 18+, Alaska CNA, BLS, and computer experience; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• CNA certification from the State of Alaska with CEUs as required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Minimum one year of experience working with computers.
• Strong verbal communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work under emotional and mental pressure, including emergencies.
• Demonstrated independence and professionalism in patient care roles.
• Physical ability to walk, stand long periods, lift safely and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential personal care including bathing, grooming, feeding, mobility, and positioning support.
• Collaborate closely with RNs and the acute care team to monitor and report changes in patient condition.
• Accurately document care activities and patient observations in the electronic medical record.
• Support patients with daily living activities while maintaining a safe and respectful environment.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, transporting, and specimen collection as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification

BLS certification

CEUs ongoing

Job description

• Base Pay $25.63 / Hour


• Job Category Patient Care Services


• Employee Type Active - Full-Time

Description

Be part of a close-knit, compassionate care team supporting patients through their recovery journey with dignity, respect, and hands-on care. This is a rewarding opportunity to directly impact patients' comfort and well-being every day while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic hospital environment.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients.


• Benefits: South Peninsula Hospital provides a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a $2k HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs are available.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide essential personal care including bathing, grooming, feeding, mobility, and positioning support.


• Collaborate closely with RNs and the acute care team to monitor and report changes in patient condition.


• Accurately document care activities and patient observations in the electronic medical record.


• Support patients with daily living activities while maintaining a safe and respectful environment.


• Assist with admissions, discharges, transporting, and specimen collection as needed.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.


• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification from the State of Alaska, with ongoing CEUs as required.


• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.


• Minimum one year of experience working with computers.


• Strong verbal communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.


• Ability to perform under emotional and mental pressure, including during emergencies.


• Demonstrated independence and professionalism in patient care roles.


• Physical requirement: Ability to walk, stand for long periods, lift heavy loads safely, and perform repetitive physical tasks.

ENVIRONMENT

Located at South Peninsula Hospital's 22-bed acute care and 28-bed long-term care facility in scenic South-Central Alaska, this role offers a positive, well-maintained work setting with moderate physical activity.
You'll need mobility, manual dexterity, and the ability to sit, stand, or walk for prolonged periods. While the atmosphere is typically pleasant, PCTs may encounter job hazards such as exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, or injury when assisting patients with mobility.

Additional Information

• FTE 0.9


• Position type Union


• Shift Type Days


• EEO Notice We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any prohibited characteristics.