Patient Care Technician: Acute Care Team Player

Truman Medical Centers; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Truman Medical Centers in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the UH Truman Medical Center Med Surg 4 Blue unit. This full-time role (3 days/wk, 6:45 AM–7:15 PM) focuses on hands-on patient care in an acute setting and includes formal training to build clinical skills.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED and current BCLS certification. UAP training requirements may be waived for those with regulatory-compliant experience; exceptions require

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current BCLS certification at time of hire; certification must be kept current for continued employment.
• UAP training or the training requirements will be waived if an employee demonstrates competency in the content areas required by regulatory requirements, in the duties specific to their job and patient population; or meets one of the requirements as defined below: Was a professional nursing or practical nursing licensure candidate who failed to pass the state licensure examinations in the past three (3) years; or Possesses current certification as a nursing assistant per Missouri state regulations; or Has documented education as an emergency medical technician, medical assistant, or surgical technician; or Has documented experience as a nurse assistant in the past three (3) years; or has documented experience in a current healthcare setting providing clinical care under supervision.
• Exceptions may be reviewed and approved by Nursing Leadership.
• Has completed a professional or licensed practical nursing program outside the United States and is awaiting the licensure examination in this country.

Responsibilities

• Provide top-tier care to patients in an acute care setting.
• Show off your technical skills—we’ll help you build them through formal training.
• Work with a team of amazing nurses and healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care.

Job description

Truman Medical Centers in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the UH Truman Medical Center Med Surg 4 Blue unit. This full-time role (3 days/wk, 6:45 AM–7:15 PM) focuses on hands-on patient care in an acute setting and includes formal training to build clinical skills.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED and current BCLS certification. UAP training requirements may be waived for those with regulatory-compliant experience; exceptions require