Patient Care Technician: Clinical Support

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Heart Saver Certification (AHA)

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is seeking a patient care assistant to support daily living activities, vital signs, and basic clinical tasks under the supervision of registered nurses. You will document care, assist with procedures, and help maintain a safe, clean environment in patient rooms.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of clinical support experience and a High School diploma, with Heart Saver certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to read, write and understand verbal or written instructions.
• Fosters good working relationships with patients, families and staff.
• Demonstrates compassion and patience with patients.
• Proficient in data entry and use of EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and activities of daily living under RN supervision.
• Document and report care provided to patients.
• Collect specimens as directed by the RN.
• Perform vital signs and input/output measurements.
• Conduct EKGs, glucose testing, and phlebotomy as needed.
• Record abnormal results for RN review.
• Help prevent hospital-acquired pressure injuries and monitor skin integrity.
• Serve as preceptor for PCTs and assist with orientation and competency checks.
• Set up equipment for bedside procedures and assist RN as requested.
• Cross-train as Unit Coordinator and participate in rounding.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Patient care

Teamwork

Data entry/EMR

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

EMR systems

Job description

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is seeking a patient care assistant to support daily living activities, vital signs, and basic clinical tasks under the supervision of registered nurses. You will document care, assist with procedures, and help maintain a safe, clean environment in patient rooms.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of clinical support experience and a High School diploma, with Heart Saver certification preferred.