Compassionate Patient Care Technician | RN Support

Baptist Memorial Health Care; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking a patient care technician to assist registered nurses with direct patient care and basic clinical tasks. The role emphasizes communication with the RN, maintaining patient comfort, and ensuring a safe environment.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of recent healthcare experience, a high school diploma or GED, and relevant certifications. The position requires teamwork, reliability, and the ability to follow directions in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 1 year of recent healthcare experience or equivalent preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED accepted.
• CNA/AEMT/Paramedic or MA certification; BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and collaborates with the RN.
• Performs patient care tasks under the RN including vital signs, glucose testing, phlebotomy, electrode placement.
• Maintains a clean, safe patient environment and restocks rooms.
• Assists with discharge processes and patient/family communication.
• Promotes patient safety and comfort and assists with transports as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking a patient care technician to assist registered nurses with direct patient care and basic clinical tasks. The role emphasizes communication with the RN, maintaining patient comfort, and ensuring a safe environment.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of recent healthcare experience, a high school diploma or GED, and relevant certifications. The position requires teamwork, reliability, and the ability to follow directions in a fast-paced setting.