PATIENT CARE TECH - HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY

Recruiting.com LLC; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruiting.com LLC is seeking a dedicated individual for patient care activities, working under the supervision of nursing personnel. The candidate should possess a high school diploma and relevant certifications, such as a CNA license or PCT experience.

This role involves physical demands, including lifting and moving patients, in a safety-sensitive hospital environment. The position may require overtime and additional on-call duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Skills in grammar, communication, and basic mathematics acquired through high school.
• CNA license or completion of state approved CNA training program required.
• Experience as PCT or RN/LPN program completion preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned patient care activities under supervision.
• Assist licensed nursing personnel as needed.

Skills

Communication

Basic mathematics

Patient care support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA license or nursing program completion

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education
  • Skills and proficiency in oral and written grammar, communication, and basic mathematics as acquired through official completion of high school or its equivalent.
  • Ability to perform support activities in patient care acquired through either: 1) licensed as a CNA through the Office of Long Term Care (current or previous), 2) completion of a state approved CNA training program, 3) completion of a minimum of one semester of an RN/LPN program with a nursing skills checklist completed by the nursing instructor (for those currently enrolled in an approved nursing program), or 4) one year of PCT experience within an acute care setting.
• Experience
  • CNA license or 2 year's experience as PCT required.
• Physical
  • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
  • Normal hospital environment. Continuous exposure to biological hazards. Frequent exposure to unpleasant fumes and odors. Close eye work. Hearing within normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Lifting up to 100 lbs. Carrying up to 40 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping and reaching.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing assigned patient care activities and assisting licensed nursing personnel. Under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Manager or designee, responsible for assigned areas on 1 shift. Incumbents are subject to overtime and call-back as required by facility.