Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg

Lifepoint Health • Benton, AR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Saline Memorial Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for their Med Surg unit. This full-time night position involves providing basic patient care, assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining a safe patient environment. The role requires strong critical thinking, effective communication, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The unit fosters a positive, patient-centered environment built on teamwork, compassion, and clear communication.

Requirements

• Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment; rapid learning and navigation of multiple software systems; effective English communication (read/write/speak); ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.
• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, keyboard entry, repetitive movements, kneeling, lifting/moving patients; occasional sitting and squatting; rare running or climbing. Vision near/far and depth perception frequent/constant; color distinction frequent. Occasional exposure to biohazardous waste, chemicals, gases/vapors/fumes; latex exposure frequently.
• High School diploma preferred.
• 6 months of healthcare experience
• BCLS required

Nice To Haves

• SRNA or EMT preferred.
• Handle with Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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