About this opportunity
The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System lists this Patient Care Technician ED 2nd Shift opportunity in mitylene, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at
Highlights
Summary: The Patient Care Technician shall serve as a supportive member of the patient care team who will assist in routine and non-complex aspects of patient care. The PCT shall assist RNs, LPN's, and Physicians in the patient care process. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.
Education/Experience
High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate from a certified Nursing Assistant Program or a Health Occupations Program (HOSA) preferred. Completion of first clinical rotation as a Nurse Student (i.e. completion of ‘Nursing Fundamentals' course which includes assistance with Activities of Daily Living, vitals signs etc) or 1 year of experience in a patient care role in an acute care, nursing home or home care setting preferred.
License/Certification
BLS required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of body mechanics and basic safety, principles of physical care and comfort.
Medical terminology training preferred.
Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Work Conditions/Physical Requirements
Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.
Primary Location
Baptist Medical Center East
Job
Patient Care Technician ED 2nd Shift Patient Care Technician
Job Type
Regular-Full time
Shift
Second Shift (United States of America)
Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.
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Who can apply
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