Patient Care Technician 1 North PRN Nights

Baptist Health; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician at Baptist Medical Center East to assist RNs, LPNs and physicians in routine patient care, with duties that may expand within scope. The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and effective communication in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Requires high school diploma, CNA/HOSA program preferred, and BLS certification. Prior clinical rotation or 1 year of patient care experience in acute or related settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate from a certified Nursing Assistant Program or Health Occupations Program preferred.
• Completion of first clinical rotation as a Nurse Student or 1 year of patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist RNs, LPNs, and Physicians in the patient care process.
• Support the patient care team in routine and non-complex tasks.
• May have additional duties within scope of the role.

Skills

BLS certified

Body mechanics

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant Program (CNA) or Health Occupations Program (HOSA)

First clinical rotation or 1 year patient care experience in acute care/nursing home/home health

Tools

Medical terminology training

Job description

Patient Care Technician 1 North PRN Nights page is loaded## Patient Care Technician 1 North PRN Nightsremote type: 1- Onsitelocations: Baptist Medical Center Easttime type: PRNposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR107479Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at .**Highlights:****Summary**: The Patient Care Technician shall serve as a supportive member of the patient care team who will assist in routine and non-complex aspects of patient care. The PCT shall assist RNs, LPN's, and Physicians in the patient care process. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.**Education/Experience**: High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate from a certified Nursing Assistant Program or a Health Occupations Program (HOSA) preferred. Completion of first clinical rotation as a Nurse Student (i.e. completion of 'Nursing Fundamentals' course which includes assistance with Activities of Daily Living, vitals signs etc) or 1 year of experience in a patient care role in an acute care, nursing home or home care setting preferred.**License/Certification**: BLS required**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**:- Knowledge of body mechanics and basic safety, principles of physical care and comfort.- Medical terminology training preferred.- Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.**Work Conditions/Physical Requirements:**Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday.There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action.Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds.There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person.Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range.Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels.Much exposure to computer work.Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock.Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks.Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.**Primary Location:**Baptist Medical Center East**Job:**Patient Care Technician 1 North PRN NightsPatient Care Technician**Job Type:**PRN-PRN**Shift**:First Shift (United States of America)