Emergency Department PCT 7P Part Time

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 26.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Baptist Health, the leading healthcare system in central Alabama, seeks a Patient Care Technician for the Emergency Department at Baptist Medical Center South. The PCT will support the care team in routine duties and patient comfort, assisting RNs, LPNs, and physicians as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma and BLS certification; Nursing Assistant or HOSA background is preferred. This is a regular part-time, third-shift position with opportunities to grow within the hospital.

Qualifikationen

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Graduate from a certified Nursing Assistant Program or a Health Occupations Program preferred.
• Completion of first clinical rotation or 1 year patient care experience preferred.
• BLS required.

Aufgaben

• Assist in routine and non-complex aspects of patient care.
• Support RNs, LPNs, and Physicians in the patient care process.

Kenntnisse

Body mechanics

Medical terminology

Customer service

Communication

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing assistant program or HOSA preferred

Clinical rotation or 1 year patient care preferred

Jobbeschreibung

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:

Emergency Department PCT 7P Part Time Patient Care Technician

Job Type:

Regular-Part time

Shift:

Third Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.