Patient Care Technician - Weekends only or every other weekend

Carilion Clinic; Virginia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician for weekend shifts. This role is vital in providing compassionate nursing care and support to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety. You will be part of a dynamic healthcare team, assisting with essential tasks such as monitoring vital signs, aiding with daily activities, and documenting patient information. With a strong emphasis on personal well-being and professional growth, this position offers an excellent opportunity to begin your healthcare career in a supportive environment renowned for clinical excellence. Join a team that values collaboration, commitment, and compassion in every aspect of patient care.

Benefits

Employer Funded Pension Plan

Flexible Work Arrangements

Remote Work Options

Paid Time Off

Onsite Fitness Studios

Access to Health and Wellness App

Discounts on Childcare

Continued Education and Training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required for this position.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care and assist patients with daily needs.
• Document and report patient observations to licensed staff.
• Manage admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork Skills

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Department/Unit-Specific Software

Job description

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Patient Care Technician - Weekends only or every other weekend

Giles, VA, US, 24134

Employment Status: Full time

Shift: Night

Facility: CGCH - Carilion Giles Community Hospital

Requisition Number: 152247

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

Successful candidate MUST BE able to attend required orientation classes during daytime hours, Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm for the first 2 weeks. These classes are mandatory!

As a part of the patient care team, you’ll experience an environment defined by a deep commitment to your personal well-being and professional development. This is a great opportunity to start your health care career journey, within a setting renowned for clinical excellence.

You’ll provide nursing care that includes taking the patient's blood pressure, checking their oxygen levels and temperature, as well as assisting patients of all sexes and genders with bathing, meals, toileting, ambulation, and other basic needs. The Patient Care Tech/Nursing Assistant role can include one-on-one care of patients on suicide or safety precautions.

Patient Care Technician/Nursing Assistant job duties include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Provide basic nursing care and perform advanced technical skills for specified age groups.
• Transport patients, supplies, specimens, and equipment within the facility.
• Appropriately document and report patient observations to licensed staff.
• Contribute to Carilion Clinic’s performance improvement activities.
• Review medical records for outstanding orders and process equipment between patients as needed.
• Manage admissions, transfers, and discharges, coordinating patient flow into/out of area using department/unit-specific software and Intranet.
• May also provide one-on-one patient care related to suicide or safety precautions.

What We Require:

• High school graduate or GED equivalent required.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Successfully complete orientation and competency validation.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (CPR) required within 6 months of hire.
• Previous experience in direct patient care preferred.

About Carilion

Below are our core values that we strive to embody and expect of all our team members:

Collaboration: Working together with purpose to achieve shared goals.

Commitment: Unwavering in our quest for exceptional quality and service.

Compassion: Putting heart into everything we do.

Courage: Doing what’s right for our patients without question.

Curiosity: Fostering creativity and innovation in our pursuit of excellence.

Requisition Number: 152247
Employment Status: Full time
Location: CGCH - Carilion Giles Community Hospital
Shift: Night
Shift Details: 7p-7a

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status.
Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.

What matters to you is important to us—like benefits, rewards, and resources to improve your life. Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Flexible Work Arrangements/Schedules
• Remote Work Options
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

Find more about Carilion Clinic’s benefits by visiting our Total Rewards Page.

Carilion Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace a diverse workforce and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National Origin, Protected Veterans status, Disability, Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.