Patient Care Technician, 5th Floor Step Down, Full Time, Day Shift, Job ID 1526360

Palmetto General Hospital; Hialeah (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto General Hospital is looking for a Patient Care Technician responsible for caring for patients under supervision. The role includes performing basic nursing functions, demonstrating strong work under pressure, and required certifications. Candidates should have prior experience in healthcare settings and be committed to inclusive care.

Qualifications

• Experience as Patient Care Tech in a hospital setting (minimum 6 months).
• Certifications in EKG, Phlebotomy, or as Medical Assistant.
• Must undergo Glucometer training and pass online tests.

Responsibilities

• Perform various duties in treatment and care of patients.
• Work under direction of Nursing Director/Clinical Manager.
• Meet patient needs for Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).

Skills

Basic nursing functions

Ability to work under stress

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Nursing Student who completed 1st year

Job description

Position Summary:

Under the supervision, and/or direction of the Nursing Director / Clinical Manager, Resource Nurse, or Staff Nurse, performs various duties in the treatment and care of patients in accordance with established functions and procedures of the hospital.

Position Qualification:

• High School graduate or equivalent work experience; and Minimum of six months experience as a Patient Care Tech in a hospital setting; or EKG, Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant Certification; or Foreign Nurse/Physician with appropriate documentation.
• Nursing Student that completed 1st year of Nursing School.
• Requires a thorough knowledge of basic nursing functions to meet patient needs for ADL's must be able to work rapidly under stressful situations with many interruptions.
• Must successfully complete Glucometer training and pass online testing module.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Required BLS certification from the American Red Cross.
• Point-of-care glucometer experience preferred: training provided upon hire.

Palmetto General Hospital is proud to be a minority, physician owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

Must clear background and drug test required.