Patient Care Tech (Days)

Western Missouri Medical Center; Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable medical facility in Missouri is seeking a Patient Care Tech to assist with nursing care and support patients. The role requires knowledge in patient care, including bathing and vital signs while maintaining positive customer relations. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have certifications as CNA or EMT. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential. This position offers an engaging work environment focusing on patient support and quality care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Certification as Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) preferred.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with nursing care including bathing, ambulation, and vital signs.
• Support positive customer service relations and participate in quality improvement.
• Assist co-workers and maintain regular attendance.

Skills

Patient care knowledge

Customer service relations

Self-motivated

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA or EMT certification

AHA BLS certification

Job description

PURPOSE STATEMENT

A Patient Care Tech assists with nursing care, performs job functions according to specific age and/or developmental needs, and works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or Charge Nurse of the unit.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrate knowledge in patient care i.e.: bathing patients, assisting patients with ambulation and/or transfers, vital signs, and other patient care.
• Demonstrate positive customer service relations? Routinely participate in Quality Improvement projects and encourage department to continuously improve.
• Assist co-workers as needed/requested.
• Support the Medical Center’s Mission/Vision/Philosophy positively.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other essential duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Certification as Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) preferred. Equivalent experience as a nursing assistant or a current nursing student that has completed the Fundamentals of Nursing is acceptable in lieu of certification.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required (can obtain after hired).
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.
• Expected to serve as sitters as needed, following the successful completion of designated sitter education and training provided.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to sit and stand, intermittent 8 to 12 hours a day.
• Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.
• Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.
• Continuously utilizes manual/bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech, and hearing.
• Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.
• Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 35 lbs.
• Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.