Patient Care Technician II- Jay Hospital/Full Time, Days

Baptist Health Care; Jay (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Care is seeking a Patient Care Technician II to support nursing staff and coordinate patient care in the Jay, FL unit. The role involves assisting with mobility, vital signs, hygiene, and basic clerical tasks to ensure smooth unit operation.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, 6 months healthcare exposure, and BLS certification upon hire. Join a team-focused hospital network dedicated to patient-centered 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.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with ambulating and mobilization of patients and records vital signs (BP, Temp, Pulse, Respirations, SpO2).
• Maintains up-to-date documentation of data collected and assists with transfer/discharge of patients.
• Receives calls and acts as department receptionist; manages supplies/inventory.
• Supports with bedside care, hygiene, meals, I&O, and basic patient needs.
• Uses computer systems to locate orders, retrieve patient information, and print census.

Skills

Communication

Receptionist duties

Clerical tasks

Patient care support

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description

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

Job Description

The Patient Care Technician II through communication, requisitioning and management of supplies and equipment, coordinates the activities of the nursing staff, the patient, the physician, other hospital departments and visitors. This 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

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Minimum Work Experience

• 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

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