ED Patient Care Technician — Fast-Paced Impactful

UAB Medicine; Clanton (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UAB St. Vincent's Clanton - Chilton, AL, in the Emergency Department, is seeking a patient care technician to assist clinicians and carry out duties within scope of practice. Tasks include preparing patients, collecting specimens, and documenting care in records.

The role emphasizes teamwork, infection control, and efficient patient flow. Requires a High School Diploma or GED and BLS certification within 1 month; EMT/PCT credentials are considered a plus.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 1 month of hire date.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• EMT or PCT credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors, nurses, and staff in patient care in the ED.
• Observe patients, collect data, and document in medical records.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
• Collect specimens for laboratory testing.
• Set up and operate medical equipment for patient care.
• Transport patients within the hospital and maintain infection control.
• Maintain orderly ED and replenish supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMT-Basic

EMT-Paramedic

PCT (patient care technician)

Job description

UAB St. Vincent's Clanton - Chilton, AL, in the Emergency Department, is seeking a patient care technician to assist clinicians and carry out duties within scope of practice. Tasks include preparing patients, collecting specimens, and documenting care in records.

The role emphasizes teamwork, infection control, and efficient patient flow. Requires a High School Diploma or GED and BLS certification within 1 month; EMT/PCT credentials are considered a plus.