Patient Care Technician

Citizensmemorial; Bolivar (MO); On-site; USD 49,594,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Job summary

Citizens Memorial Hospital in Bolivar, Missouri, is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the Emergency Department. You will assist with vital signs, ADLs, and patient mobility, contributing to a fast-paced team that delivers compassionate care.

The role supports CNA responsibilities, with on-the-job training for CNA licensure and a shift-differential. Full-time, part-time, and PRN positions are available, with opportunities for growth in a community-focused hospital.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Some medical experience in ER or EMS.
• Current CNA certification/licensure or willing to enroll and pass CNA within 4 months; BLS CPR within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and assist patients with ADLs.
• Ambulate patients and assist with admits/discharges.
• Prepare meals, serve, and document intakes.
• Make rounds to assigned patients and report issues to the charge nurse.

Skills

Good Communication

Patience

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Intrapersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma (preferred)

Job description

• Schedule - Shift - Hours PRN - Nights - 1900-0700

Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) is hiring a Patient Care Technician to join our Emergency Department in Bolivar , Missouri— someone who leads with skill, compassion, and a drive to positively impact every patient and family we serve.

• Status: Full time, Part time and PRN (Per Requested Need).
• Work Shift: Days, Evenings, Nights or even Rotating
• Shift Differential $1- $3 additional depending on shift.
• Paid on-the-job training if you are looking to obtain your Certified Nurse Assistant Licensure.
• Opportunities for advancement and growth on a personal and professional level.

What Your Day Looks Like:

obtaining vital signs, assisting patients with ADLs, ambulating, working through admits and discharges as they move through the unit, and working with a great team of upbeat nursing staff.

As a Nurse Assistant/ Certified Nurse Assistant, you will be:

• Preparing patients for meals, serving, and collecting food trays and nourishments, and documenting intakes
• Handling and caring for resident clothing andpersonal property, protecting fromdamageand assuring proper storage
• Making rounds to assigned patients, accommodating patient needs
• Ensuring safe,appropriate nursingcare is administered and problems reported to the charge nurse for follow-up action

Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma (preferred).

Experience: Must have some medical experience-- either in ER setting or on the ambulance.

Skills: Good Communication, Patience, Attention to detail, flexibility, Intrapersonal Skills.

Licensure/Certification: Current Certified Nurse Assistant Certification/ Licensure or agrees to enroll, attend and pass CNA course with 4 months of employment, BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR (we assist with obtaining this) within 6 months of employment.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for 90% of the shift and sit for the remaining 10% of shift. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Benefits That Support You

• Competitive wages, annual merit increases, employee wellness program

Why CMH?

CMH includes 34 primary and specialty clinics, six long‑term care facilities, and one residential care facility. We provide acute care, emergency services, ambulatory care, surgical services, pharmacies, walk‑in clinics, addiction recovery, therapies, and more — all grounded in exceptional, community‑focused healthcare.

• CMH is a three‑time recipient of the Missouri Quality Award.
• Springfield Business Journal awards include multiple years as an Economic Impact Award nominee and being honored in the Dynamic Dozen for being one of the top 12 fastest‑growing companies in southwest Missouri.