Patient Care Tech I - 3A-North Medsurg

Baptist Health • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Patient Care Tech I assists patients and families with basic patient care, monitoring, and hygiene, and helps ensure care is complete. The PCT is an essential member of the patient care team and spends substantial time with patients. Compassion, caring, strong human interaction skills, and excellent communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team are necessary. The position is authorized for 48 hours bi-weekly. The employer will provide education that includes CPR, skills training, Crucial Conversations, and Hospitality in Healthcare.

Requirements

• At least 12 college-level credit hours, including English Composition with a passing grade of C or higher.
• Overall GPA of 2.0 or greater; transcripts will be verified upon application.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn and apply new healthcare-related skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and consistently.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and consistently with the healthcare team.
• Ability to engage people at an appropriate level for their wellness and cognition.
• Ability to problem-solve.
• Ability to proactively anticipate customer needs.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare experience preferred but not required.
• Service industry experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families with basic patient care, monitoring, and hygiene.
• Help ensure patient care is complete.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Engage people at an appropriate level for their wellness and cognition.
• Problem-solve and proactively anticipate customer needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree