ED PCT Part Time 7a

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join the patient care team at Baptist Medical Center South. You will assist RNs, LPNs, and physicians in routine care and support daily patient needs on the First Shift.

This part-time role emphasizes compassionate, accurate care in a busy hospital setting. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, preferably CNA training or completion of a Nursing Fundamentals course, and healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Graduate from a certified Nursing Assistant Program or an HOSA Health Occupations Program preferred.
• First clinical rotation completed or 1 year of patient care in acute care, nursing home, or home care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist RNs, LPNs, and physicians in patient care.
• Support routine and non-complex patient care activities.
• Follow safety, body mechanics, and infection control practices.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety procedures

Vital signs

Team assistance

Education

High School diploma

Nursing Assistant program / HOSA preferred

First clinical rotation or 1 year patient care experience preferred

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org. Highlights: Summary: The Patient Care Technician shall serve as a supportive member of the patient care team who will assist in routine and non-complex aspects of patient care. The PCT shall assist RNs, LPN's, and Physicians in the patient care process. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience:

High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate from a certified Nursing Assistant Program or a Health Occupations Program (HOSA) preferred. Completion of first clinical rotation as a Nurse Student (i.e. completion of ‘Nursing Fundamentals' course which includes assistance with Activities of Daily Living, vitals signs etc) or 1 year of experience in a patient care role in an acute care, nursing home or home care setting preferred.

License/Certification:

BLS required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of body mechanics and basic safety, principles of physical care and comfort.
• Medical terminology training preferred.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Work Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location:

Baptist Medical Center South

Job:

ED PCT Part Time 7a Patient Care Technician

Job Type:

Regular-Part time

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

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