Patient Care Technician Full Time Emergency Department

Baptist Health; Prattville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Prattville Baptist Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the Emergency Department on a full-time basis. You will assist RNs, LPNs, and physicians in routine patient care and non-complex tasks while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

The ideal candidate is a high school graduate, with CNA or Health Occupations training, and BLS certification. This role requires stamina for a fast-paced ED and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Graduate from a certified Nursing Assistant Program or HOSA preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist RNs, LPNs, and physicians in patient care tasks.
• Support routine and non-complex patient care activities.
• Communicate effectively with the care team and patients.

Skills

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Patient care support

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant Program

Health Occupations Program (HOSA)

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Patient Care Technician Full Time Emergency Department# Careers## Patient Care Technician Full Time Emergency DepartmentApply: 1- Onsite: Prattville Baptist Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: JR107713Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.**Highlights:****Summary**: The Patient Care Technician shall serve as a supportive member of the patient care team who will assist in routine and non-complex aspects of patient care. The PCT shall assist RNs, LPN's, and Physicians in the patient care process. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.**Education/Experience**: High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate from a certified Nursing Assistant Program or a Health Occupations Program (HOSA) preferred. Completion of first clinical rotation as a Nurse Student (i.e. completion of ‘Nursing Fundamentals' course which includes assistance with Activities of Daily Living, vitals signs etc) or 1 year of experience in a patient care role in an acute care, nursing home or home care setting preferred.**License/Certification**: BLS required**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**: • Knowledge of body mechanics and basic safety, principles of physical care and comfort. • Medical terminology training preferred. • Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns. • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.**Work Conditions/Physical Requirements:**Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.**Primary Location:**Prattville Baptist Hospital**Job:**Patient Care Technician Full Time Emergency DepartmentPatient Care Technician1613 - Advanced Nursing Extern**Job Type:**Regular-Full time**Shift**:Third Shift (United States of America)