Patient Care Technician - Med Surg

Adams Health; Decatur (IN); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage from day one

Benefits start after first month

Job summary

Adams Memorial Hospital in Decatur, IN is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the Med/Surg unit with compassionate, safe patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, feeding, meal trays, bed making, ambulation, I&O, daily weights, and taking vital signs, while documenting care in the medical record.

The position is 40 hours per week, third shift (11:00 PM – 7:30 AM) with every other weekend.

Qualifications

• BLS/CPR certification required.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Previous PCT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, feeding, and meal trays.
• Perform bed makes, ambulation, and daily weights.
• Record intake and output and vital signs in the medical record.
• Follow physicians and licensed staff instructions and policies.

Skills

BLS/CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Adams Memorial Hospital
1100 Mercer Avenue
Decatur, IN 46733, USA

Description

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) assists the professional nursing staff in providing safe, compassionate, and quality care to patients on the Med/Surg Unit. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with bathing, feeding, meal trays, bed making, ambulation, intake and output (I&O), daily weights, and vital signs. The PCT accurately documents care provided in the patient's medical record and assists patients in a manner that promotes their safety, comfort, and well-being. The PCT follows instructions provided by physicians and licensed nursing staff in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care.

Eligible for medical coverage on your first day of employment, all other benefits will be effective the 1st of the month following hire date!

Requirements:

• 40 hours per week - Third Shift
• 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM
• Every Other Weekend
• BLS/CPR Certification
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred
• Previous PCT Experience Preferred

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