Patient Care Tech I - Coronary Care Unit

Baptist Health Arkansas; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in North Little Rock is seeking a Patient Care Tech I for the Coronary Care Unit. This role involves assisting patients with basic care and ensuring their comfort while monitoring their health. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, compassion, and a willingness to work flexible hours. Education includes at least 12 college credit hours and experience in healthcare, though it is preferred but not required. This position will require 48.00 hours bi-weekly.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring demeanor essential for patient interaction.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities are necessary.
• Ability to work flexible hours and collaborate within a healthcare team.
• Good organization and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families with basic care and hygiene.
• Monitor patient health and ensure care tasks are completed.
• Engage effectively with patients at their level.
• Learn and apply new healthcare-related skills; education provided.
• Work as part of a compassionate patient care team.

Skills

Compassion

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Good organization skills

Ability to learn new skills

Ability to engage with patients

Education

12 college level credit hours

Passing grade in English Composition (C or higher)

Job description

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Patient Care Tech I - Coronary Care Unit

Summary: The primary function of the PCT is to assist the patient and family with basic patient care, monitoring, hygiene, and to help ensure care is complete. The PCT works as an essential part of the patient care team. As the member who spends most of their time in the presence of the patient, compassion, caring, and excellent human interaction skills are necessary along with excellent communication skills both to and from the patient and family, and to and from the rest of the healthcare team.

Other information: 12 college level credit hours that include a passing grade in English Composition with a C or higher and an overall GPA of 2.0 or greater (transcripts will be verified upon application). Healthcare experience preferred but not required. Service industry experience preferred but not required. Willingness to work flexible hours. Good organization skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to learn and apply new healthcare related skills. Ability to communicate effectively and do so consistently. Ability to collaborate with the health care team effectively and do so consistently. Ability to engage people at the appropriate level for their wellness and cognition. Ability to problem solve. Ability to be proactive in anticipating the customer’s needs. Will provide education that includes: CPR, Skills training, Crucial Conversations, and Hospitality in Healthcare.

This job will be authorized 48.00 hours bi-weekly.

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