ER Patient Care Technician — Compassionate Support

ummc; Grenada (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Grenada Emergency Department is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct patient care under RN supervision in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with procedures, transporting patients, and maintaining equipment and supplies.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED with two years of direct patient care or completion of a Nursing Aide program/CNA per MS Department of Health, plus BLS certification post-hire within three months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and two years direct patient care in a hospital setting.
• Completion of Nursing Aide clinical training or CNA with MS Department of Health.
• Completion of UMMC Student Nurse Externship or PCT training program.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care by addressing concerns and offering support to patients and families.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, mobility).
• Measure, record, and report vital signs to the nurse or healthcare team.
• Perform basic patient care procedures per policies and competencies.
• Collect and transport specimens as needed.
• Assist with patient transport for tests, procedures, and transfers within the facility.
• Support clinical staff with procedures and patient care activities.
• Perform point-of-care testing and other duties as assigned.
• Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records.
• Respond to call lights and communicate patient needs to the team.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized patient environment and infection control practices.
• Assist with unit operations, stocking supplies, inventory, and clerical tasks.
• Serve as a resource or preceptor to new staff as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Emergency response

Patient care

Electronic records

Education

HS diploma/GED

2 years patient care in hospital

CNA/MDH training

UMMC externship training

Job description

Grenada Emergency Department is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct patient care under RN supervision in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with procedures, transporting patients, and maintaining equipment and supplies.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED with two years of direct patient care or completion of a Nursing Aide program/CNA per MS Department of Health, plus BLS certification post-hire within three months.