Patient Care Technician II - ED - Full-Time/Nights

Baptist Health Care; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 28,930,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Care in Pensacola, FL is seeking a Patient Care Technician II to support nursing staff and coordinate patient care during night shifts. Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, the technician performs various duties to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.

The role includes assisting with ambulation, vital signs, hygiene, and documentation, plus clerical tasks and coordination with multiple hospital departments to ensure quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.
• 6 months Experience in a healthcare related field or actively enrolled in a pre-nursing or nursing program and pursuing a nursing degree. Required

Responsibilities

• Assists with ambulating and mobilization of patients, taking and recording vital signs (BP, Temp, Pulse, Respirations, SpO2); weighing patients; assisting with personal hygiene.
• Assists with bedpans and toileting, catheter care, empty drains, turning bedridden patients, linen changes, meal preparation and feeding.
• Answers call lights and relays pertinent information to the nurse; assists with transfer and discharge communications.
• Maintains up-to-date documentation of data collected and assists with clerical duties to support the healthcare team.
• Maintains department supplies/inventory and operates the order communication system.

Skills

Communication

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Vital signs

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Observation skills

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Pensacola, FL, United States

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, the Patient Care Technician II through communication, requisitioning, and management of supplies and equipment, coordinates the activities of the nursing staff, patient, physician, other hospital departments and visitors. The position performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.

Responsibilities

• Performs responsibilities that may include, but is not limited to assisting with ambulating and mobilization of patients, taking and recording the patient’s vital signs (i.e., BP, Temperature, Pulse, Respirations, & O2 sat), weighing patients, assisting with personal hygiene / AM Care (i.e., Oral Care, Bathing the patient, etc.), assisting with bedpans and toileting, catheter care, empty drains, turning bedridden patients or patients that need assistance with turning, linen changes, assisting with meal preparation, feeding patients, I&O, light cleaning and organizing of patients room, answering call lights, and relaying pertinent information to the nurse.
• Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the department/division, as defined in the scope of service, to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed including sitting with patients and sitting with Baker acted patients.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of data collected.
• Assumes clerical duties necessary to assist the healthcare team to provide patient care.
• Receives and directs phone calls and serves as the receptionist for the department.
• Maintains supplies/inventory for department.
• Uses computer system to locate orders, retrieves patient information, calls STAT and cancels orders, and prints daily census. Follows "Down Time" procedures. Operates order communication system.
• Files reports and necessary forms in patient charts. Communicates and assists with transferring and discharging patients including notify appropriate area.
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit to facility meeting goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• 6 months Experience in a healthcare related field or actively enrolled in a pre-nursing or nursing program and pursuing a nursing degree. Required

Licenses and Certifications

• BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required
• Non-violent crisis intervention (CPI) within 90 Days Required

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.
• Strong interpersonal and team skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of acceptable ranges of blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation and EKG.
• Ability to document and utilize electronic health record applications.
• Ability to deal appropriately with confidential information.

About Us

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includesthree hospitals, four medical parks,Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.

Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA. Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse

Job Info

• Job Identification 11014
• Job Category Clinical Support
• Posting Date 10/01/2026, 01:52 PM
• Locations 123 Baptist Way, Pensacola, FL, 32503, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• FTE 0.9 FT
• Work Hours 36