Patient Care Technician I - Compassionate, Fast-Paced Care

Jrmc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plans

Job summary

Jefferson Regional in Kentucky seeks a Patient Care Technician I to assist nurses by delivering direct patient care, maintaining a safe and comforting environment, and protecting patient dignity. The role reports to the nursing staff within the 2CE Med Surg unit, with shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or equivalent, shows strong communication and empathy, and can work in a fast-paced team setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 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.
• Experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Preferred soft skills: empathy, compassion, problem solving skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to an assigned group of patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients and maintain patient dignity and confidentiality.
• Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to support patient treatment and recovery.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Teamwork

Empathy

EMR

Healthcare

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Jefferson Regional in Kentucky seeks a Patient Care Technician I to assist nurses by delivering direct patient care, maintaining a safe and comforting environment, and protecting patient dignity. The role reports to the nursing staff within the 2CE Med Surg unit, with shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or equivalent, shows strong communication and empathy, and can work in a fast-paced team setting.