Patient Care Technician

Lifepoint Health®; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, document care, and support nursing staff under RN supervision. The role focuses on safe, efficient patient care and throughput in a dynamic hospital setting.

High school diploma preferred; SRNA/EMT preferred; BCLS required and Handle with Care preferred. Strong English communication, critical thinking, and the ability to work with minimal supervision are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma preferred.
• License: SRNA or EMT preferred.
• Certifications: BCLS required; Handle with Care preferred.
• Skills: Critical thinking, decisive judgment, and clear English communication.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and intake/output as delegated by an RN.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Observe and report abnormal findings promptly to nursing staff.
• Maintain clean, safe patient rooms and common areas.
• Support department throughput and the tech desk.
• Document care per unit standards.
• Participate in performance improvement and required education.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

English communication

Minimal supervision

Software systems

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Multiple software systems

Job description

Patient Care Technician Position Summary Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs basic patient care activities and unit support tasks to promote safe, efficient care and patient throughput. Provides assistance with activities of daily living and routine monitoring, maintains a clean and stocked environment, and supports nursing/physician staff. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department. FLSA: Non-Exempt.

Essential Functions

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Additional Information

Populations Served: Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

Protected Health Information Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.

Exposure: Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens may be present.

Physical Requirements (typical): Frequent standing, walking, reaching, keyboard entry, repetitive movements, kneeling, lifting/moving patients; occasional sitting and squatting; rare running or climbing. Vision near/far and depth perception frequent/constant; color distinction frequent. Occasional exposure to biohazardous waste, chemicals, gases/vapors/fumes; latex exposure frequent.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education: High School diploma preferred.

License: SRNA or EMT preferred.

Certifications: BCLS required; Handle with Care preferred.

Skills: Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment; rapid learning and navigation of multiple software systems; effective English communication (read/write/speak); ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.