Oncology Patient Care Tech-FT

BJC HealthCare • Saint Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Oncology Patient Care Tech provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse, supporting licensed professional nurses in maintaining a safe, healing environment and reducing the risk of harm. The role collects vital information and other clinical data, reports changes in patient condition to the nursing team, and contributes to patient assessment. Oncology patients are age 16 and older and may be admitted for cancer, hematological disorders, anemia, immunocompromised conditions, sickle cell disease, or other medical diagnoses such as pneumonia, diabetes, congestive heart failure, gastrointestinal bleeding, and renal failure.

The position is benefits-eligible and scheduled for 36 hours per week on nights, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with every other weekend and holiday rotation. No prior experience is required. A high school diploma or GED is required; CNA certification and experience in a related patient-care role are preferred.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• No experience required.
• No supervisor experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification.
• Preferred experience as a CNA, nurse assistant, emergency medical technician, or surgical technician.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under nurse supervision, promoting patient- and family-centered care in a healing environment.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Perform vital signs, intake and output, fall and pressure-ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing as requested.
• Collect clinical data and information on patients and report changes in patient status to the nurse.
• Assist the nurse with patient and family education.
• Document patient-care activities using correct medical terminology.
• Act as a 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
• Ensure supplies and equipment are available to meet patient needs.
• Participate in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in professional development.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and legal services, available on the first day of the month after hire.
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution.
• 401(k) plan with BJC match.
• Tuition assistance available on the first day.
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
• Adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED