Med-Surg Patient Care Technician | Day Shift

Memorial Physician Practices; Benton, Northern (AR, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off and disability

Tuition assistance & 401(k)

Well-being programs

Career development

Job summary

Saline Memorial Hospital in Benton, AR is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Med Surg unit. This full-time, day-shift position includes weekend variability and requires compassionate teamwork to support nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes basic patient care, vital signs monitoring, and accurate documentation. A strong emphasis on communication, patient safety, and cooperation with the care team is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Basic patient care per RN delegation; monitor vital signs and record intake/output.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observe and report abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN; monitor vital signs and record input/output.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Observe and promptly report abnormal findings to nursing staff.
• Maintain clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manage the desk and support nursing/physician staff and throughput.
• Document care and activities per unit standards.
• Perform other duties; participate in education and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Multisystem navigation

English communication

Job description

Saline Memorial Hospital in Benton, AR is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Med Surg unit. This full-time, day-shift position includes weekend variability and requires compassionate teamwork to support nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes basic patient care, vital signs monitoring, and accurate documentation. A strong emphasis on communication, patient safety, and cooperation with the care team is essential for success.