Patient Care Tech I — Same Day Surgery, FT

Jefferson Regional Med Ctr; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Jefferson Regional Main Hospital in Pine Bluff, AR, is hiring a Patient Care Technician I for the Same Day Surgery unit. The role provides direct patient care under the RN, ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity while supporting treatment and recovery.

Shifts include days with some flexibility per unit needs. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, strong communication, and basic EMR skills, and can thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• This is a Safety Sensitive Position.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills for the electronic medical record.
• Compassionate and caring attitude towards patients.
• Ability to work in a fast paced team oriented environment.
• Capacity to handle exposure to various clinical environments and potential infectious materials.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Preferred soft skills: empathy, compassion, problem solving skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable patient environment.
• Collaborate with other healthcare team members to support patient treatment and recovery.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Jefferson Regional Main Hospital in Pine Bluff, AR, is hiring a Patient Care Technician I for the Same Day Surgery unit. The role provides direct patient care under the RN, ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity while supporting treatment and recovery.

Shifts include days with some flexibility per unit needs. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, strong communication, and basic EMR skills, and can thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.