Patient Care Technician - Acute Rehab

Lifepoint Health • Benton, AR

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Saline Memorial Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for their Acute Rehab unit. This full-time night position involves providing basic patient care, assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining patient rooms. The role requires strong critical thinking, communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The unit fosters a positive, patient-centered culture built on teamwork and compassion.

Requirements

• High School diploma preferred.
• 6 months of healthcare experience
• BCLS required
• 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.

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