PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN I - 2CE MED SURG - FT-7P

Jefferson Regional Med Ctr; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Matching Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Jefferson Regional Med Ctr in Pine Bluff, AR seeks a Patient Care Technician I for the 2CE Medical-Surgical unit. The role entails delivering direct patient care under RN supervision, ensuring patient safety and comfort while maintaining dignity and confidentiality.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Safety Sensitive Position.
• Experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and caring attitude towards patients.
• Ability to work in a fast paced team oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable patient environment and protect patient dignity and confidentiality.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to support patient treatment and recovery.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Adaptability

Basic computer skills

Infection control awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN I - 2CE MED SURG - FT-7P

Full Time Non-Management Jefferson Regional Main Hospital, Pine Bluff, AR, US

What You Should Know About thePatient Care Technician I:

• Variable shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on unit need. Refer back to posting on which shift is available. Weekend and holiday shifts are required.
• This position is based within Jefferson RegionalNursing Departments.Refer back to posting on location.

Job Summary:

The Patient Care Technician I plays a critical role in the healthcare team by providing direct patient care to an assigned group of patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse. They will ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients, providing compassionate and empathetic care while maintain patient dignity and confidentiality. The PCT will collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to support patient treatment and recovery.

Patient Care Technician I Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• This is a Safety Sensitive Position.*
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills for the electronic medical record
• Compassionate and caring attitude towards patients
• Ability to work in a fast paced team orientated environment
• Capacity to handle exposure to various clinical environments and potential infectious materials.
• Have experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Preferred soft skills: empathy, compassion, problem solving skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and adaptability

Benefits & Perks: your health and happiness matters! We offer:

• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Matching Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And much, much, more!

Jefferson Regional complies with applicable Federal Civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

*Safety Sensitive Position Definition: The essential duties of the job require the employee to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness, or death. This position prohibits the current use of any illegal drugs.