PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN I - SAME DAY SURGERY - FT - DAYS

Jefferson Regional Med Ctr; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Jefferson Regional Main Hospital in Pine Bluff, AR, is hiring a Patient Care Technician I for the Same Day Surgery unit. The role provides direct patient care under the RN, ensuring safety, comfort, and dignity while supporting treatment and recovery.

Shifts include days with some flexibility per unit needs. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, strong communication, and basic EMR skills, and can thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

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 oriented environment.
• Capacity to handle exposure to various clinical environments and potential infectious materials.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Preferred soft skills: empathy, compassion, problem solving skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and adaptability.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EMR system

Job description

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PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN I - SAME DAY SURGERY - FT - DAYS

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.