Patient Care Technician-Nights

Socket.dev; Madera (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Madera Community Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Emergency Department to function as a clerical assistant and direct patient care provider under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes task-oriented patient care with a focus on compassionate interaction with patients, families, and staff. Bilingual Spanish is preferred and AHA BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Prefer 1-2 years patient care experience.
• Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant training and knowledge, EMT or Equivalent education preferred.
• Requires Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Bilingual-Spanish Preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Technician functions as both a clerical employee and as a patient care provider under the supervision of the RN staff; the patient care role is task oriented.
• Assist in the Emergency Department delivering patient care and coordinating with nursing staff.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Spanish language

Education

Nursing Assistant training

EMT training

Job description

Madera Community Hospital

Located in the heart of Central California, Madera Community Hospital is a General Acute Care, private, not-for-profit hospital dedicated to improving and maintaining the health and wellness of residents throughout the Central Valley. We are committed to identifying and serving our community's needs with compassion, concern, care and safety for every patient. Madera Community Hospital is a growing acute care facility seeking talented individuals with a drive to provide quality care and dedicated to making a difference in our community.

Position Summary:

The Patient Care Technician’s role in the Emergency Department is a dual one. The Patient Care Technician functions as both a clerical employee and as a patient care provider under the supervision of the RN staff. The Patient Care Technician’s patient care role is task orientated.

Qualifications:

Prefer 1-2 years patient care experience. Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant training and knowledge, EMT or Equivalent education preferred.

Work experience requiring positive interaction with patients, families and public. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Bilingual-Spanish Preferred.

RequiresCurrent American Heart Association BLS certification.

Madera Community Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.