Med/Surg Patient Care Technician – Day Shift

WVU Medicine; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Fairmont, WV is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Medical/Surgical unit. The role involves direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, with responsibilities ranging from vital signs to assisting with admissions, transfers, discharges and daily hygiene.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, and requires BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
• Prior patient care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observes and reports patient concerns/changes in condition to a registered nurse immediately.
• Assists the Registered Nurse with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.
• Records vital signs and assists in personal hygiene and other patient comfort measures.
• Records oral intake and outputs (temperature, blood pressure and other monitoring).
• Assists in specimen collection and other activities of assigned patients.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment to help prevent infections and ensure patient safety.
• Reports necessary equipment repairs to appropriate personnel promptly.
• Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures per department procedure.
• Communicates with RN regarding nutrition issues and diet changes.
• Performs department administrative tasks to support operations.
• Answers patient call bells and relays messages to appropriate staff.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

BLS Certification

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Fairmont, WV is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Medical/Surgical unit. The role involves direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, with responsibilities ranging from vital signs to assisting with admissions, transfers, discharges and daily hygiene.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, and requires BLS certification within 30 days of hire.