Inpatient Patient Care Technician

Sparrow Health System; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Patient Care Technician, where you will assist nursing staff in delivering essential patient care. This role involves performing specific procedures, documenting patient interactions, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. You will be a vital part of a collaborative team, ensuring quality care and effective communication. If you are passionate about patient service and looking to make a difference in the healthcare field, this opportunity offers both full-time and part-time positions to fit your schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses in providing basic patient care.
• Document care given and patient responses.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to RN.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Literacy

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Acute Care Nursing Assistant Program

Medical Assistant Program

EMT or Paramedic Program

Job description

Job ID:46765 This posting is for general Patient Care Tech opportunities at Sparrow Hospital. We have a variety o
Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) assists nurses in providing basic care and performs specific procedures with patients. The PCT works under the supervision and direction of an RN and/or LPN.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Provides basic care and tasks as directed by an RN.


• Performs specific patient procedures and treatments according to Hospital policies.


• Documents care given and patient response in patient record.


• Cleans and maintains equipment and environment.


• Demonstrates knowledge and use of appropriate equipment and supplies to provide quality patient care.


• Communicates significant information and changes in patient condition to the RN.


• Actively participates as a team member.


• Constructively addresses patient and team issues to insure quality patient care and a collaborative work environment.

Job Requirements

General Requirements	Basic life support (BLS) within 60 days of hire.
Work Experience	Previous experience as a PCT or CNA in absence of the required education.
Education	* High school diploma, G.E.D. or successful completion of 12 grades combined with continued enrollment in early college program. * Successful completion of Acute Care Nursing Assistant Program OR certified nurse assistant program OR documented completion of Fundamentals of Nursing as a current student in a nursing program OR completion of a medical assistant program OR completion of an EMT or Paramedic program.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills	Computer literate. Interpersonal skills for effective communication. Excellent attendance Assumes responsibility for ongoing education and completion of mandatory requirements.

Sparrow Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

This posting is for general PatientCare Techopportunities at Sparrow Hospital. We have a variety of full-time and part-time positions.

Job Family
Patient Services/Nursing Support
Requirements:

Shift	Variable
Degree Type / Education Level	High School / GED
Status	Full-time
Facility	Sparrow Hospital
Experience Level	New Grad