PATIENT CARE TECH | FREE STANDING EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

UAB Medical West Hospital; Hoover (AL); Presencial; USD 22 000 - 33 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

UAB Medical West Freestanding Emergency Room is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff and actively participate in patient care. The role emphasizes recording vitals, assisting with hygiene, and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients in a fast-paced ER setting.

The position requires strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure while using EMR systems to accurately document care and protect patient confidentiality.

Qualificações

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification by American Heart Association or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to lift and move patients as needed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilidades

• Assist nursing staff with patient care activities
• Monitor and record vital signs
• Assist with personal hygiene and grooming
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families
• Maintain a clean and safe patient environment

Conhecimentos

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Physical stamina

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Ferramentas

EMR software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

As a Patient Care Tech at UAB Medical West Freestanding Emergency Room, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to our patients. Under the supervision of the RN the Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs various duties to support the treatment and care of patients according to established methods and procedures. The PCT takes and records vital signs, assists with personal hygiene, changes bed linens, and completes other tasks as assigned to promote the basic comfort and personal care of the patient. Your attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure will be essential in ensuring that our patients receive the best possible care.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess American Heart Association BLS certification or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to lift and move patients as needed
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

Responsibilities:

• Assist nursing staff with patient care activities
• Monitor and record vital signs
• Assist with personal hygiene and grooming
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families
• Maintain a clean and safe patient environment

Skills:

As a Patient Care Tech, you will use your strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with patients and their families. Your attention to detail and ability to multitask will be essential in ensuring that patients receive the best possible care. You will also use your physical strength and stamina to lift and move patients as needed. Additionally, your ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing situations will be critical in this fast-paced environment. Finally, your proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) will help you to accurately document patient care activities and maintain patient confidentiality.