Multiskilled Tech

Bolivar Medical Center; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolivar Medical Center in Cleveland, MS, is hiring a Multi-Care Technician I to support the patient care team under RN supervision. You will provide basic care, monitor vital signs, assist with daily living activities, and help with unit operations.

You may perform 12-lead EKGs, document patient information, and communicate effectively with patients and the care team. The role emphasizes safety, infection prevention, and reliable clerical support within a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; ability to perform essential functions.
• Completion of nursing assistant, patient care tech, medical assistant, or EMT program.
• Coursework in nursing may be considered.
• Current CNA/CMA/EMT certification required upon hire or enrollment in accredited nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and document intake/output.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, feeding, mobility).
• Observe and report changes to nursing staff.
• Maintain clean, safe patient rooms and unit environments.
• Perform clerical tasks to support nursing station operations.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

EKG tests

Infection control

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Nursing Assistant certificate

EMT certification

Job description

Description

Start your next chapter at Bolivar Medical Center, a 164-bed hospital serving Cleveland, MS, and part of the ScionHealth community hospital network. Bolivar Medical Center is a Joint Commission accredited hospital that provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department services and also offers a long-term care unit. At Bolivar, you will deliver vital care in a community setting with the backing of a highly regarded hospital system committed to quality, safety, and local impact.

The Multi-Care Technician I (MCT I) is a vital member of the patient care team working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). This role provides basic patient care and supports unit operations through a combination of clinical and clerical responsibilities. The MCT I assists with activities of daily living, performs basic clinical tasks, supports nursing station operations, and may perform 12-lead EKG testing to assist the care team in delivering safe and effective patient care.

Essential Functions

• Provides basic patient care including monitoring vital signs, blood glucose checks, and documenting intake and output.

• Assists patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, feeding, and mobility support.

• Observes and reports abnormal findings or changes in patient condition to nursing staff.

• Maintains clean, safe, and organized patient rooms and unit environments.

• Performs clerical duties to support nursing station operations, including answering phones and managing basic documentation tasks.

• Performs 12-lead EKG testing as directed by nursing staff or providers.

• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and members of the interdisciplinary care team.

• Supports infection prevention practices and patient safety protocols.

• Performs additional duties as assigned to support patient care and unit operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to safely lift, move, and assist patients and equipment according to safety guidelines.

• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills used in healthcare settings.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to support patient-centered care.

• Ability to observe, report, and document patient information accurately.

• Familiarity with infection prevention practices and hospital safety standards.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent, including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Required)

Completion of a postsecondary certificate, diploma, or program in one of the following:(Required)

• Nursing Assistant

• Patient Care Technician

• Medical Assistant

• Emergency Medical Technician

Or some college coursework completed in an accredited school of nursing, including successful completion of "Fundamentals of Nursing." (May be considered)

Licenses/Certifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). (Required upon hire)

• Or

• Current enrollment in good standing in an accredited school of nursing. (May be considered)

• Basic Life Support (BCLS). (Required upon hire or within facility-specified timeframe)

Experience

• One (1) or more years of patient care experience in a hospital setting. (Preferred)