Compassionate Acute Care PCT – Med/Surg

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician for Adult Acute Care on MedSurg - 6 West. You will provide bedside care under RN supervision, help with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and support the health care team in a fast-paced clinical unit.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient interaction, accuracy in documentation, infection control, and the ability to respond calmly in emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; additional patient care training preferred.
• Two years of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting or completion of approved CNA/Nurse Aide program.
• Certification as CNA or completion of UMMC externship/PCT training encouraged.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care under RN supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, mobility).
• Measure and report vital signs to the nurse or healthcare team.
• Perform basic care procedures and treatments per policy and competency.
• Collect and transport specimens; assist with patient transport for tests and procedures.
• Maintain accurate electronic health records and documentation.
• Respond to call lights and communicate patient needs to the team.
• Maintain a safe, clean patient environment and proper infection control.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Patient care

Emergency response

Medical terminology

Data entry / EHR

Education

High school diploma or GED + 2 years direct patient care

Nursing Aide training program (MS DoH approved)

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) with MS DoH

UMMC Student Nurse Externship or PCT training program

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician for Adult Acute Care on MedSurg - 6 West. You will provide bedside care under RN supervision, help with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and support the health care team in a fast-paced clinical unit.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient interaction, accuracy in documentation, infection control, and the ability to respond calmly in emergencies.