STB - PATIENT CARE TECH TRAINEE -MEDICAL CENTER

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Healthcare in Jonesboro seeks a Patient Care Technician Trainee. You will perform assigned patient care activities under supervision and assist licensed nursing personnel in daily tasks, contributing to safe, quality care.

The role requires completion of the PCT Trainee program and readiness to work various shifts, with overtime and call-back as needed by the facility. This is a safety-sensitive position in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of the St. Bernards PCT Trainee program.
• Knowledge of patient care technician practices and hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned patient care activities under supervision of licensed staff.
• Assist licensed nursing personnel in patient care activities.
• Work various shifts with overtime and call-back as required.

Skills

Communication

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

PCT Trainee program completion

Job description

• JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Education
    • Skills and proficiency in oral and written grammar, communication, and basic mathematics as acquired through official completion of high school or its equivalent. Ability to perform support activities in patient care as acquired through completion of the St. Bernards PCT Trainee program.
  • Experience
    • Knowledge of patient care technician practices and related patient care activities and hospital policies and procedures as acquired through on-the-job training. Knowledge of basic non-technical skills as acquired through on-the-job training.
  • Physical
    • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
    • Normal hospital environment. Continuous exposure to biological hazards. Frequent exposure to unpleasant fumes and odors. Close eye work. Hearing within normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Lifting up to 100 lbs. Carrying up to 40 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping and reaching.
• JOB SUMMARY
  • Various shifts. After completion of the St. Bernards PCT Trainee Program, responsible for performing assigned patient care activities and assisting licensed nursing personnel. Under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Manager or designee, responsible for assigned areas. Incumbents are subject to overtime and call-back as required by facility.