Multiskilled Technician - Med Surg

North Alabama Shoals Hospital; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k)

Job summary

North Alabama Medical Center is seeking a Multiskilled Technician for the Medical-Surgical unit. The role supports patient care and daily activities during the 3 x 12-hour day shifts, collaborating closely with the nursing team.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma and current BLS certification. The position emphasizes patient monitoring, documentation, and safe, compassionate care within a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment; rapid learning and navigation of multiple software systems.
• Effective English communication (read/write/speak).
• Completion of the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care activities as delegated (monitoring vital signs, glucose measurements, input/output tracking).
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, feeding).
• Observe and report changes to the nursing team promptly.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Glucose testing

ADLs assistance

Documentation

Teamwork

Time management

Infection control

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Your Experience Matters

North Alabama Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

North Alabama Medical Center

Multiskilled Technician - Med Surg

Job Type: Full Time | Days

Schedule: 3 x 12-Hour Shifts

Your Experience Matters

North Alabama Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Our Medical-Surgical Unit delivers comprehensive, patient-centered care to a diverse population, including vascular, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, chemotherapy, and GIP hospice patients. This dynamic unit provides exposure to a wide range of medical conditions and treatments, offering staff the opportunity to develop broad clinical skills while working collaboratively to provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality care.

How You'll Contribute

A Multiskilled Technician who excels in this role:

• Perform basic patient care activities as delegated, including:
• Monitoring and recording vital signs
• Obtaining blood glucose measurements
• Tracking and documenting patient intake and output
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including:
• Bathing
• Grooming
• Feeding and meal assistance
• Observe and report changes in patients' physical, mental, or emotional status to the nursing team promptly.

Administrative & Support Duties

• Assist with maintaining clean, organized, and well-stocked patient rooms and care areas.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties in support of nursing station operations.
• Accurately document patient information and communicate effectively with the healthcare team.

Key Skills

• Patient care and support
• Vital signs monitoring
• Patient observation and reporting
• Documentation and recordkeeping
• Communication and teamwork
• Time management and organization
• Compassionate patient service
• Attention to detail
• Infection prevention and safety practices

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have a High School Diploma (or equivalent). Additional requirements include:

• Current BLS certification required
• Handle with Care preferred
• Requires Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment; rapid learning and navigation of multiple software systems; effective English communication (read/write/speak); ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.

More About North Alabama Shoals Hospital

North Alabama Medical Center is a 263 bed facility that offers the community's only open heart surgery site, a complete line of women's and children's services and a complete line of medical and imaging services. North Alabama Medical Center is a Certified Chest Pain center with a team of cardiologists available 24/7 and is recognized as a Primary Stroke Center of Excellence by the American Heart/American Stroke Association. North Alabama Medical Center's 24-hour emergency department serves as the primary referral center for major trauma cases in Northwest Alabama.

EEOC Statement

"North Alabama Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Alabama Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."