PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN (653334)

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician to provide essential support to patients under the guidance of registered nurses. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring patient comfort. Join a team that prioritizes health and well-being while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and a range of benefits, making it a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about patient care.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee tuition reimbursement

Dependent tuition reimbursement

On-campus gym access

Daycare services

Qualifications

• Current Maryland CNA license and BLS certification required.
• Minimum of six months experience as a PCT or CNA.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with changing and dressing.
• Transport patients and obtain vital signs.
• Report abnormal findings to nursing staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Patient Transport

Communication Skills

Education

CNA License

BLS Certification

Job description

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

Shifts: Day and Night

The Patient Care Technician, CNA performs routine and specialized tasks in providing direct patient care under the functional direction of a registered nurse.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist patients with changing and dressing.
2. Transport patients by stretcher, bed, or wheelchair (a significant part of the role).
3. Identify abnormal findings that could adversely affect surgical and patient outcomes, including abnormal vital signs, Accucheck results, lab, EKG, and CXR results.
4. Report all abnormal findings to the appropriate nursing staff.
5. Escort patients to holding rooms.
6. Assist with patient changing and removal of belongings such as jewelry, dentures, contact lenses, etc.
7. Verify patient information.
8. Orient patients and families to the environment.
9. Obtain vital signs.

Qualifications:

• Current Maryland CNA license with Maryland Board of Nursing.
• BLS certification for CPR - AHA, Red Cross, or Military Training Network accepted.
• Minimum of six months of previous experience as a PCT, patient aide, or Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and Disability Insurance.
• Employee tuition reimbursement.
• Dependent tuition reimbursement.
• Daycare services.
• On-campus gym access.

Salary Range: Minimum $18.63/hour - Maximum $28.88/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and role scope.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls.

JHM prioritizes the health and well-being of every employee. Come be healthy at Hopkins!

Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplaces.