Patient Care Technician I: Compassionate Clinical Support

CarolinaEast Health; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

CarolinaEast Health System is seeking a Patient Care Tech I to assist the nursing staff under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The role includes secretarial tasks and NA I skills to support patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, a Nurses Aide I certificate, basic medical terminology knowledge, and strong communication and customer service skills. BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; or completion of the AA Early College Program.
• Nurses Aide I certificate listed with the North Carolina Department of Facilities Services.
• Some understanding of medical terminology.
• At least one year of experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Able to relate effectively to patients, families, physicians, staff and others using proper communication channels.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nursing staff by performing assigned duties for patients and staff under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
• Include secretarial functions and NA I skills as part of daily tasks.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Customer service

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; AA Early College program completion

Nurses Aide I certificate (NC DoFS)

Job description

CarolinaEast Health System is seeking a Patient Care Tech I to assist the nursing staff under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The role includes secretarial tasks and NA I skills to support patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, a Nurses Aide I certificate, basic medical terminology knowledge, and strong communication and customer service skills. BLS certification is required.