Patient Care Technician I - Compassionate Hospital Support

Vaughan Regional Medical Center; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL, is hiring a Patient Care Technician I to provide essential, bedside care under licensed nursing supervision. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and support patient comfort in a 175-bed community hospital.

Responsibilities include documenting care, aiding with transport, and performing basic point-of-care testing, while maintaining strong communication with the care team. BLS is preferred or required by policy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• BLS certification preferred or required per facility policy.
• Healthcare setting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance including bathing, grooming, and hygiene.
• Take and record vital signs and patient measurements.
• Assist with nutrition and feeding tasks.
• Perform Point of Care Testing (e.g., Accu-Checks).
• Support safe ambulation, turning, positioning, and transport.
• Report changes in patient condition to licensed staff.
• Document intake/output and care activities.
• Answer call lights promptly and professionally.
• Participate in purposeful rounding and team communication.
• Support admissions, discharges, and general comfort needs.

Skills

Fluent English

Regular attendance

Communication skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL, is hiring a Patient Care Technician I to provide essential, bedside care under licensed nursing supervision. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and support patient comfort in a 175-bed community hospital.

Responsibilities include documenting care, aiding with transport, and performing basic point-of-care testing, while maintaining strong communication with the care team. BLS is preferred or required by policy.