Patient Care Tech, General Surgery-Med Surg - South

Hendrick Health; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Health in Abilene, Texas seeks a Patient Care Tech to provide personal care, assist with daily living activities, and support nursing staff in a dynamic clinical environment.

The role emphasizes data entry, vital signs collection, patient communication, and adherence to safety and HIPAA guidelines while maintaining professional appearance and reliable attendance. You will collaborate with nurses, report patient concerns promptly, and participate in continuing education.

Qualifications

• Input data into computer programs.
• Communication and public relation skills.
• Obtain manual or electronic vital signs.
• Work with therapeutic equipment.
• Answer telephones.
• Collaborate care with nurses and report patient concerns promptly.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines.
• Ensures excellent time and attendance.
• Ability to handle confidential information and follow HIPAA Compliance.
• Maintain professional appearance at all times.

Responsibilities

• Input data into computer systems and patient records.
• Communicate clearly with patients and staff.
• Record and obtain manual or electronic vital signs.
• Assist with activities of daily living under supervision.
• Report patient concerns promptly to nurses.
• Follow safety guidelines and HIPAA policies.

Skills

Data entry

Communication skills

Vital signs

Therapeutic equipment

Phone handling

Collaboration with nurses

Safety compliance

Time management

HIPAA compliance

Professional appearance

Education

BLS

Job description

Patient Care Techs provide personal care, health-related services, and assist with activities of daily living. Patient Care Techs function under the direction, instruction, and supervision of nursing staff. Patient Care Techs have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, improvement initiatives, and continuing education.

Patient Care Techs provide personal care, health-related services, and assist with activities of daily living. Patient Care Techs function under the direction, instruction, and supervision of nursing staff. Patient Care Techs have a professional obligation to participate in committee activities, surveys, improvement initiatives, and continuing education.

Job Requirements

Minimum Work Experience

• No previous experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

• BLS

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Input data into computer programs.
• Communication and public relation skills.
• Obtain manual or electronic vital signs.
• Work with therapeutic equipment.
• Answer telephones.
• Collaborate care with nurses and report patient concerns promptly.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines.
• Ensures excellent time and attendance.
• Ability to handle confidential information and follow HIPAA Compliance.
• Maintain professional appearance at all times.