Patient Care Technician: Vital Signs, Mobility & Comfort

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Oxford (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a Certified Nurse Assistant/Medical Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will perform vital signs, basic procedures, phlebotomy, and assist with mobility, transport, and discharge processes.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and a CNA/MA program certification with BLS within 14 days of hire. Experience in hospital settings is preferred, with a focus on patient autonomy and comfort.

Qualifications

• 1 year of recent patient care experience (within past 6 months).
• CNA/MA/AEMT-paramedic licensure or equivalent preferred.
• BLS Certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and collaborates with the RN.
• Performs patient care tasks under RN direction (vital signs, glucose testing, phlebotomy, electrode placement).
• Maintains room cleanliness and stocks supplies.
• Assists with discharge planning and patient-family communication.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Patient transport

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a Certified Nurse Assistant/Medical Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will perform vital signs, basic procedures, phlebotomy, and assist with mobility, transport, and discharge processes.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and a CNA/MA program certification with BLS within 14 days of hire. Experience in hospital settings is preferred, with a focus on patient autonomy and comfort.