Patient Care Technician: Pediatric Transitional Care

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Children’s of Mississippi unit (2C) at Main Campus Jackson. Under RN supervision, you will assist with patient care, monitor vitals, transport patients, and support hygiene and comfort needs across acutely ill to rehabilitating adolescents and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities include stocking supplies, reporting equipment issues, and assisting with procedures while ensuring patient rights and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 2 years acute care experience.
• CPR/BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• Completion of LPN/paramedic/RN program or current enrollment in related program.
• NMMC Nurse Extern experience; nursing/medical assistant training or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care under RN supervision.
• Stock supplies and maintain equipment; report malfunctions.
• Transport patients and monitor vital signs.
• Assist with procedures and support patient nutritional needs; observe/report patient behaviors.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

CPR/BLS

Bi-lingual

Education

High school diploma/GED

CPR/BLS certification

LPN/Paramedic/RN coursework

Nurse Extern experience

Job description

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Children’s of Mississippi unit (2C) at Main Campus Jackson. Under RN supervision, you will assist with patient care, monitor vitals, transport patients, and support hygiene and comfort needs across acutely ill to rehabilitating adolescents and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities include stocking supplies, reporting equipment issues, and assisting with procedures while ensuring patient rights and safety.