Patient Care Technician II
About The Position
Southwest Little Rock Clinic - Bilingual candidates (Spanish/English) strongly preferred - Monday-Friday 7:30a-4:00p - 1 yr related work exp & certification required (see list of cert options) Additional Information: The Certified Patient Care Technician (PCT) functions as a nursing assistant in performing duties as assigned by the RN. The primary responsibilities of the PCT include: obtaining vital signs and measurements; providing or assisting with basic care & activities of daily living; helping with ED/clinic visits, patient admissions, discharges & transfers; and assisting with customer service needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Related Field - 1 year of experience
- 1 of the following certifications is required
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) - National Workforce Career Association (NWCA)
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Arkansas Department of Long Term Care
- Registered Medical Assistant - Unknown Issuer
Nice To Haves
- Technicians - 1 year of experience, AC employee with clinical experience or completion of a semester of healthcare curriculum.
- Bilingual candidates (Spanish/English) strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Completes patient care (may include V/S, I&O's, heights, weights, head circumference, ADL's and other patient care related assignments) in a safe, efficient and timely manner as delegated by licensed nursing staff.
- Documents patient care and other assignments according to department guidelines.
- Assists with admission, transfer and discharge as directed by licensed staff.
- Communicates patient/family information, specific needs and requests to other health care team members to assist with individualizing the patient plan of care.
- Acts as a courier between ancillary departments as needed to meet daily unit/department requirements.
- May perform clerical duties such as serving as a receptionist, managing telephones, obtaining supplies and equipment, creating admission or informational packets, and other department specific duties as needed.
- Ensures that patient supplies and equipment are organized, clean, and properly re-stocked for optimal cost effectiveness and availability for patient care.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
