Patient Care Technician: Compassionate Support & Transfers

Montgomery College; Shelbyville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The Patient Care Technician role at Vanderbilt Health focuses on assisting with direct patient care, including EKGs, behavioral health observation, and transfers, under supervision of nursing staff.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to policies, and maintaining high standards of patient care and safety, with opportunities for ongoing education and professional growth within the health system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Relevant Work Experience: Less than 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Supports patient flow and unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment, and unit environmental standards.
• Provides patient care based upon the nursing process in accordance with mission & vision, as directed and observed by the RN/LPN.
• Ability to work under limited supervision and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate effective communications skills, empathy, and unconditional positive regard toward all patients and co-workers.
• Compliance with organizational requirements, including policies, procedures, and regulations specific to the unit.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Patient Care Technician role at Vanderbilt Health focuses on assisting with direct patient care, including EKGs, behavioral health observation, and transfers, under supervision of nursing staff.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to policies, and maintaining high standards of patient care and safety, with opportunities for ongoing education and professional growth within the health system.