Patient Care Technician

Lifepoint Health®; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health in Beckley, WV is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist with basic patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will help with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, document intake/output, and keep rooms clean and stocked to promote safe, efficient care.

You will support nursing and physician staff, participate in performance improvement, and communicate clearly in English.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred.
• SRNA or EMT preferred.
• BCLS certification required; Handle with Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and record intake/output.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Observe and promptly report abnormal findings.
• Maintain clean, safe, stocked rooms and common areas.
• Manage the tech desk and support department throughput.
• Document care and activities per unit standards.
• Perform other duties and participate in required education.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Rapid learning

Software systems

English communication

Skills checklist

Education

High School diploma

Tools

BCLS

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.