Patient Care Technician

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Patient Care Technicians to join their team. In this vital role, you will assist nursing staff in delivering essential patient care, ensuring a supportive and collaborative environment. The position offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, providing flexibility to fit your schedule. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or equivalent, along with relevant certifications, and demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to quality patient care. Join a team where your contributions make a real difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Basic life support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire.
• Previous experience as a PCT or CNA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists nurses in providing basic care to patients.
• Documents care given and communicates changes in patient condition.

Skills

Computer literacy

Effective communication skills

Commitment to ongoing education

Excellent attendance

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Completion of Acute Care Nursing Assistant Program

Certified nurse assistant program

Fundamentals of Nursing

Medical assistant program

EMT/Paramedic program

Job description

Patient Care Technician

Employed through Sparrow Hospital, located at Mary Free Bed at U of M- Sparrow Inpatient

Shift Options: 6:30am - 7pm or 6:30am - 7am

Full-Time or Part-Time positions available!

Job Description

This posting is for general Patient Care Technician opportunities at Sparrow Hospital. We have a variety of full-time and part-time positions.

General Purpose of Job

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) assists nurses in providing basic care and performs specific procedures with patients. The PCT works under the supervision and direction of an RN and/or LPN.

Essential Duties

• Provides basic care and tasks as directed by an RN.
• Performs specific patient procedures and treatments according to hospital policies.
• Documents care given and patient response in patient record.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge and use of appropriate equipment and supplies to provide quality patient care.
• Communicates significant information and changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Actively participates as a team member.
• Constructively addresses patient and team issues to ensure quality patient care and a collaborative work environment.

Job Requirements

General Requirements: Basic life support (BLS) within 60 days of hire.

Work Experience: Previous experience as a PCT or CNA in absence of the required education.

Education: High school diploma, G.E.D., or successful completion of 12 grades combined with continued enrollment in an early college program. Completion of Acute Care Nursing Assistant Program, certified nurse assistant program, Fundamentals of Nursing (if a current nursing student), medical assistant program, or EMT/Paramedic program.

Skills: Computer literacy, effective communication skills, excellent attendance, and commitment to ongoing education and mandatory requirements.

Sparrow Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.