Patient Care Technician

AdventHealth; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability

PTO

403(b)

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Florida is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to support admissions, vital signs, specimen labeling, and patient transport. You will collaborate with doctors and nurses to ensure safe, compassionate care and accurate documentation in the EMR.

The role requires basic clinical skills, strong communication, and a team-oriented approach in a fast-paced hospital setting. Day shifts and full-time hours are offered with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Mature judgment and confidentiality.
• Excellent English communication, both verbal and written.
• Ability to learn computer systems and electronic records.

Responsibilities

• Prepares rooms for new admissions and orients patients.
• Transfers patients with assistance.
• Documents vital signs, intake/output and weights.
• Collects specimens and labels them for lab analysis.
• Reports changes in patient status promptly.
• Maintains patient records and unit census.
• Responds to call lights and addresses needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean patient environment.
• Assists with activities of daily living per physician orders.

Skills

Mature judgment

Confidential handling

English communication

Computer skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Organization

EMR documentation

Medical terminology

Customer service

Hourly rounding

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Address

1000 WATERMAN WAY

City

TAVARES

State

Florida

Postal Code

32778

Job Description

• Prepares rooms for new admissions, including setting up personal care items and vital sign equipment.
• Welcomes new admissions and orients patients to their rooms.
• Transfers patients between beds, stretchers, and wheelchairs with assistance from other personnel.
• Ensures patient and personal safety by following proper lifting and transporting techniques.
• Documents personal care, intake and output, vital signs, and weights according to policy.
• Collects and labels patient specimens at bedside and sends them to the lab for analysis.
• Reports changes in patient status to appropriate personnel in prompt manner.
• Serves as a liaison between patients, families, staff, and medical personnel.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records and unit census.
• Responds to patient call lights and address their needs according to skill level.
• Maintains a clean, comfortable, and safe patient environment.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living as ordered by the physician.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Mature judgment and the ability to handle confidential information within healthcare guidelines and applicable regulations. [Required]
• Personal qualities such as kindness, compassion, understanding, integrity, respect, sense of humor, discretion, and confidentiality. [Required]
• Ability to communicate verbally in English and in written form with persons of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner. [Required]
• Ability to learn and apply computer-related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices. [Required]
• Critical thinking/problem-solving skills. [Required]
• Teamwork, tact, and conflict resolution. [Required]
• Organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills. [Required]
• Performs accurate documentation within the electronic medical record. [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology. [Required]
• Customer service skills. [Required]
• Safe and efficient use of telephones, copier/fax machines, and computers. [Required]
• Commitment to purposeful Hourly Rounding. [Required]

Education

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience

• 1+ year experience [Preferred]
• 2+ years lead EKG experience (Emergency Department only) [Preferred]
• CNA Experience [Preferred]

Licenses And Certifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• NHA Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) [Required] OR NCCT Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) [Required] OR AMCA Patient Care Technician Certification (PCT-C) [Required] OR Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Required] OR Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT) [Required]
• NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program [Preferred]
• Certified Health Unit Coordinator (CHUC) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range

$16.30 - $26.08

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.