What are the responsibilities and job description for the PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN I - 3NW CARDIAC - PDN SHIFTS VARY position at Jefferson Regional Med Ctr?
What You Should Know About the Patient Care Technician I:
- Variable shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on unit need. Refer back to posting on which shift is available. Weekend and holiday shifts are required.
- This position is based within Jefferson Regional Nursing Departments. Refer back to posting on location.
Job Summary:
The Patient Care Technician I plays a critical role in the healthcare team by providing direct patient care to an assigned group of patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse. They will ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients, providing compassionate and empathetic care while maintain patient dignity and confidentiality. The PCT will collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to support patient treatment and recovery.
Patient Care Technician I Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- This is a Safety Sensitive Position.*
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic computer skills for the electronic medical record
- Compassionate and caring attitude towards patients
- Ability to work in a fast paced team orientated environment
- Capacity to handle exposure to various clinical environments and potential infectious materials.
- Have experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.
- Preferred soft skills: empathy, compassion, problem solving skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and adaptability
Benefits & Perks: your health and happiness matters! We offer:
- Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Matching Retirement Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career growth
- And much, much, more!
Jefferson Regional complies with applicable Federal Civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
- Safety Sensitive Position Definition: The essential duties of the job require the employee to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness, or death. This position prohibits the current use of any illegal drugs.
