PATIENT CARE TECH - PARKER FIRST CARE

Recruiting.com LLC; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruiting.com LLC seeks a patient care technician to perform assigned patient care activities and assist licensed nursing personnel under direct supervision. Attendance and punctuality are essential, with overtime and call-back as required by the facility.

Candidates must complete required training, be enrolled in an approved program, and adhere to safety policies, including the substance abuse policy. This role involves working in a clinical setting with exposure to hazards and heavy lifting

Qualifications

• Completion of high school or its equivalent; knowledge of Windows, Office and Internet.
• PCT experience within the last year will be considered.
• Candidates must be currently enrolled in an approved program to utilize the RN/LPN Nursing Student Skills Checklist.
• High school vo-tech program requires student skills checklist to be completed by instructor.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing assigned patient care activities and assisting licensed nursing personnel.
• Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, licensed nurse, licensed physician, or designee.

Skills

Patient care technician practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurse Aide certification

SBMC PCT program graduate

RN/LPN Nursing Student Skills Checklist

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education Required
  • Completion of high school or its equivalent. Knowledge of computer software such as Windows, Office and Internet use. Ability to perform support activities in patient care as required through completion of an approved Vo-Tech program or certified as a Nurse Aide through the Office of Long Term Care, graduate of the SBMC PCT program, or after completion of an RN/LPN Nursing Student Skills Checklist completed by their nursing instructor. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an approved program to utilize the RN/LPN Nursing Student Skills Checklist. PCT experience within the last year will be considered in lieu of formal training. Note: High school vo-tech program requires student skills checklist to be completed by instructor.
• Experience
  • Knowledge of patient care technician practices and related patient care activities and clinic policies and procedures as acquired through on-the-job training. Knowledge of basic non-technical skills as acquired through on-the-job training.
• Physical
  • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
  • Normal clinicl environment. 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. Occasional stress related to patient load.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing assigned patient care activities and assisting licensed nursing personnel. Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, licensed nurse, licensed physician, or designee. Incumbents are subject to overtime and call-back as required by facility. Attendance is an essential function of this job.