Compassionate Patient Care Tech I - ICU & Extended Care

Baptist Health Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Arkansas is seeking a Patient Care Tech I to support intensive care and extended care units. You will assist with basic care, monitoring, and hygiene while maintaining compassionate, patient-centered communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

The role emphasizes flexible hours, strong organization, and a proactive approach to meeting patient needs. Training includes CPR and crucial conversations as part of a supportive education program.

Qualifications

• 12 college-level credit hours including English Composition with a C or higher and GPA 2.0 or greater.
• Healthcare experience preferred but not required; CPR training provided during education.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with basic care, monitoring and hygiene.
• Spend time with patient to provide compassionate, patient-centered care and effective communication with family and health team.
• Support the care team by coordinating with colleagues to ensure timely and complete care.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work varied hours and adapt to patient needs.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Team collaboration

Flexible hours

Willingness to learn

CPR training

Education

12 college credits incl English Composition (GPA 2.0+)

Job description

Baptist Health Arkansas is seeking a Patient Care Tech I to support intensive care and extended care units. You will assist with basic care, monitoring, and hygiene while maintaining compassionate, patient-centered communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

The role emphasizes flexible hours, strong organization, and a proactive approach to meeting patient needs. Training includes CPR and crucial conversations as part of a supportive education program.