Neuro Acute Care Technician - Patient Support

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS, is hiring a Patient Care Technician for Adult Acute Care in Neurology/Neurosurgery. The PCT works under RN supervision providing direct patient care, supports procedures, and ensures comfort and safety in a fast-paced unit.

Responsibilities include measuring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, transporting patients, maintaining equipment, and documenting in the electronic health record.

Qualifications

• Education and experience required: HS diploma/GED and one of the following: two years direct patient care in a hospital, Nursing Aide training, CNA with MD Health Dept, UMMC externship or PCT training.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care under RN supervision and support daily activities.
• Measure, record, and report vital signs; assist with procedures and mobility.
• Transport patients, maintain equipment, and ensure infection control and safety.
• Document in electronic health records and support unit operations as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Emergency handling

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Data entry/eHR

Education

HS diploma/GED

2 years hospital patient care experience

Nursing Aide training program

CNA certification

UMMC externship/PCT training

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Office software

Hospital information systems

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS, is hiring a Patient Care Technician for Adult Acute Care in Neurology/Neurosurgery. The PCT works under RN supervision providing direct patient care, supports procedures, and ensures comfort and safety in a fast-paced unit.

Responsibilities include measuring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, transporting patients, maintaining equipment, and documenting in the electronic health record.