Patient Care Technician II - Medical Unit - Full-Time/Days

Baptist Health Care Corporation

Gulf Breeze (FL)

On-site

USD 27,552,000 - 33,062,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Baptist Health Care is seeking a Patient Care Technician II for the Medical Unit in Gulf Breeze, FL. This full-time, day-shift role supports nursing staff by performing routine patient care, documenting in the electronic health record, and ensuring a safe environment for patients and visitors.

You will assist with ambulation, vital signs, hygiene, meal support, and basic clinical tasks under licensed supervision.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
Minimum 6 months experience in a health care related field or active enrollment in a pre-nursing or nursing program.
BLS for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association) required on hire.

Responsibilities

Assist with ambulation and mobilization of patients.
Take and record vital signs (BP, temperature, pulse, respirations, O2 sat).
Assist with personal hygiene and activities of daily living.
Maintain patient room cleanliness and organize supplies.
Document data and communicate with nurses and physicians.
Operate and utilize electronic health record systems.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Triage ability

Endurance to sit for long periods

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Vital signs knowledge

EHR documentation

Empathy

Confidential information handling

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

6 months Healthcare-related experience or nursing program

Job description

Patient Care Technician II - Medical Unit - Full-Time/Days

Gulf Breeze, FL, United States

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, the Patient Care Technician II performs a variety of routine duties to assist the nursing staff in the delivery of patient care. This position spends the majority of his or her time interacting with, assisting, and supporting our patients. Along with ensuring a safe environment, this position develops with each individual a therapeutic relationship which is critical in the healing process. This position also 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

Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients in collaboration with licensed personnel. Responsibilities 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. Maintains supplies/inventory for department. Receives and directs phone calls and serves as the receptionist for the department. Operates a variety of office equipment effectively. Maintains current knowledge and required certifications.Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization. May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
6 months Experience in a Health Care Related Field, or, be actively enrolled in a pre-nursing or nursing program, actively pursuing a nursing degree Required

Licenses and Certifications

BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Strong interpersonal and team skills
Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
Excellent organizational skills required.
Knowledge of acceptable ranges of blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation and EKG and reports any abnormal values to RN.
Ability to document and utilize electronic health record applications.
Empathy and excellent listening skills.
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

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