Patient Care Technician (PCT) Post-Op/ Ortho

Lifepoint Health; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Paid time off & disability insurance

Tuition assistance & career growth

Job summary

Highpoint Health- Sumner, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for Post-Op/Ortho to join our full-time day schedule. You will assist with daily living activities, provide direct patient care, and observe patient conditions in a busy orthopedic/post-op setting.

Your responsibilities include documenting patient status, communicating changes to the nursing team, and assisting with POC testing and EKGs as needed. A HS diploma and BLS are required with CNAs preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• TN CNA license preferred, can be considered without high school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• 1 year certified nurse tech or EMT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Provide direct patient care or assist with it.
• Observe and record patient behavior and activities.
• Report changes in condition to nursing staff and suggest plan modifications.
• Assist with point-of-care testing and EKGs as needed.

Skills

BLS within 30 days

Patient care

Vital signs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

TN CNA license preferred

Job description

Patient Care Technician (PCT) Post-Op/Ortho

Schedule

Full Time | Days

Your experience matters

Highpoint Health- Sumner is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Patient Care Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

About us

Highpoint Health- Sumner has been providing quality health care to Middle TN for 65 years. Since opening in 1959, we have grown from one facility with just 50 employees and 7 physicians to a comprehensive health care leader in the community with more than 1,000 employees and 300 physicians. Today, we operate as a 167-bed healthcare facility and provide quality care in numerous areas of health care.

How you'll contribute

As a Patient Care Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. This includes:

• Assisting patients with performing activities of daily living
• Providing or assisting with providing direct patient care
• Observing and recording patient behavior and activities
• Reporting any changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggesting modifications to treatment plans
• Assisting with POC testing and EKGs as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• State of TN CNA license preferred,can be considered without high school diploma or equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire
• 1 year certified nurse tech or EMT experience preferred

Why Join Us?

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

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EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health- Sumneris an Equal Opportunity Employer.Ascension Saint Thomas Rehabilitation Hospitalis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.