Patient Care Technician – Med/Surg

East Alabama Health; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

East Alabama Medical Center is seeking a Medical Care Technician to provide safe, compassionate patient care across the continuum of care. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vitals, and support wound care and lab specimen collection in collaboration with nursing and medical staff.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient education, and adherence to care protocols, with on-the-job training and a required BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required for consideration.
• No prior clinical experience required; on-the-job training is provided.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe therapeutic care in a holistic, systematic manner.
• Assist with activities of daily living: feeding, bathing, grooming, and mobility.
• Obtain blood glucose readings and collect wound/surgical drain outputs.
• Support patient education and collaborate with nurses and physicians.
• Participate in team-based care to ensure patient safety and comfort.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Blood glucose readings

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

East Alabama Medical Center is seeking a Medical Care Technician to provide safe, compassionate patient care across the continuum of care. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vitals, and support wound care and lab specimen collection in collaboration with nursing and medical staff.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient education, and adherence to care protocols, with on-the-job training and a required BLS certification within 90 days of hire.