PATIENT CARE TECH - RADIATION ONCOLOGY CLINIC

Saint Bernards Medical Center; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ST BERNARDS MEDICAL CENTER in Jonesboro, AR seeks a Patient Care Tech for the Radiation Oncology Clinic. This full-time, day-shift role supports licensed nurses and helps care for patients across geriatric, pediatric, and adult populations under supervision.

The position emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and reliable workmanship in a hospital environment, with safety policies and procedures in place.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of Windows, Office and Internet.
• Possible certification as Nurse Aide or SBMC PCT program completion.
• PCT experience within the last year may substitute formal training.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nursing personnel with patient care activities.
• Work under direct supervision of the Patient Care Manager.
• Provide support in a geriatric-focused patient care setting.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurse Aide or SBMC PCT program

Tools

Windows

Office

Internet

Job description

PATIENT CARE TECH - RADIATION ONCOLOGY CLINIC

Nursing Support

ST BERNARDS MEDICAL CENTER

RADIATION ONCOLOGY CLINIC

Full Time , Day Shift , M-F 8A-4:30P

Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older

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. 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

Must demonstrate a sound knowledge base and action in care and judgment. Good communications skills. Takes oral and written instructions well- works in a team responsibly and independently without direct supervision. Records observations and activities. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to and communicate with primarily the geriatric population and to a lesser degree the pediatric and adult populations. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Able to assess data reflecting the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs.

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.