Patient Care Technician 1N FT

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; Mitylene (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician 1N FT to join our team at Baptist Medical Center East in Alabama. The role supports RNs, LPNs and physicians in routine patient care tasks and daily operations while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, CNA/HOSA background may be preferred, and completion of clinical rotations or related patient care experience plus BLS certification are required or preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; CNA/HOSA preferred.
• Completion of first clinical rotation or 1 year of patient care experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist RNs, LPNs and physicians in routine patient care tasks.
• Support non-complex activities of patient care as part of the care team.
• Maintain patient safety, comfort, and effective communication with the care team.

Skills

Body mechanics

Safety

Communication

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant Program

Health Occupations Program (HOSA)

Nursing Fundamentals course completion

Job description

Baptist 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 https://www.baptistfirst.org.

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 1N FT Patient Care Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift: Third Shift (United States of America)

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