Patient Support Technician - Wesley Chapel - PACU - Days

BayCare Health System; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wesley Chapel is seeking a dedicated Patient Support Technician to provide direct patient care. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, supporting various patient care functions. Ideal candidates will have a background in acute care or nursing assistance, with essential certifications in Basic Life Support. Join a team committed to clinical excellence and patient dignity.

Qualifications

• 6 months acute care experience or 1-year Skilled Nursing Facility experience.
• Completion of Nursing Fundamentals from an RN or LPN Program.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under supervision.
• Includes responsibilities of a Patient Care Technician and other roles.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

**Summary:**

Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. This is a dual position that includes the job responsibilities of a Patient Care Technician, a Cardiac Monitor Technician, a Visual Monitor, a Mental Health/Patient Care Technician, or a Unit Secretary.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

**Other information:**

Required Certification includes Basic Life Support from American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network. Minimum requirements include 6 months acute care experience or 1-year Skilled Nursing Facility experience or a BayCare approved Nurse Assistant/ PCT program; or BayCare PCT Boot Camp if attended a Nursing Assistant program without clinical hands on patient care experience; or completion of Nursing Fundamentals from an RN or LPN Program; or EMT certification / Paramedic license for ER only. If no experience/training in sterile technique; insertion and removal of urinary catheters, and IV reseal removal, a BayCare PCT Course and accompanying competencies must be completed within 90 days of hire.

**Education equivalent experience:**

**Essential:**

* Required - High School or Equivalent; Required - Technical - Reference summary for details

**Credential equivalent experience:**

**Essential:**

* Required - BLS (Basic Life Support) - Relevant Specialty; Required - Reference summary for details

**Facility:**

BayCare Health System, PACU-WCH

**Location:** **Wesley Chapel Hospital**

**Status:** **Full Time, Exempt: No**

**Shift Hours:** **8:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday-Thursday**

**Shift:** **Shift 1**

**Shift 1 = Days, 2 = Evenings, 3 = Nights, 4 = Varies**

**Weekend Work:** **Occasional**

**On Call:** **Yes**

**How often will this team member be working remotely?** Never

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

**Position** Patient Support Technician - Wesley Chapel - PACU - Days

**Location** Wesley Chapel:Wesley Chapel Hospital | Clinical | Full Time

**Req ID** null