Compassionate Patient Care Tech – Acute Med/Surg

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Adult Acute Care MedSurg unit (6 South) at the Main Campus in Jackson. The PCT will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and support clinical staff.

The role requires prior hospital patient care experience, approved CNA training, and completion of relevant externships or PCT training.

Qualifications

• Two years of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting.
• Completion of Nursing Aide clinical training program approved by MS Department of Health.
• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) with MS Department of Health.
• Completion of UMMC Student Nurse Externship or Patient Care Technician training program.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering emotional support to patients and families.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
• Measure, record, and report vital signs and changes in patient condition to the nurse or healthcare team.
• Perform basic patient care procedures and treatments in accordance with established policies, procedures, and validated competencies.
• Collect and transport specimens as needed.
• Assist with patient transport for tests, procedures, and transfers within the facility.
• Support clinical staff with procedures, treatments, and patient care activities.
• Perform point-of-care testing and other technical duties as assigned, based on competency and unit needs.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation in electronic health records.
• Respond to call lights and communicate patient needs to appropriate team members.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment, including room setup, equipment cleanup, and adherence to infection control practices.
• Assist with unit operations, including stocking supplies, managing inventory, and supporting clerical functions as needed.
• Serve as a resource or preceptor to new staff as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Basic computer skills

Education

Two years direct patient care experience

Nursing Aide clinical training program

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

Student Nurse Externship or PCT training

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Adult Acute Care MedSurg unit (6 South) at the Main Campus in Jackson. The PCT will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and support clinical staff.

The role requires prior hospital patient care experience, approved CNA training, and completion of relevant externships or PCT training.