Gen Med I, Patient Care Tech, PT
About The Position
The Patient Care Tech provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse, supporting licensed professional nurses and helping maintain a safe environment by reducing risks of harm. The role gathers vital and other clinical information, reports changes in patient condition to the nursing team, and supports the overall assessment of each patient. Care is provided in a healing environment with an emphasis on patient- and family-centered care. The position is part-time at 24 hours per week, with a rotating schedule that includes days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holiday rotation. Every third weekend is required. The position is benefit eligible.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- No experience required.
- No supervisor experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification.
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; 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 patient information 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 each patient's needs.
- Participate in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and participate in professional development.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
