Hospital Patient Care Technician: Full-Time

Hale County Hospital•Greensboro, AL

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) implements, monitors, and documents patient care according to established criteria under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. The PCT handles and serves patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, and performs only duties for which they have received training. The role also provides receptionist and clerical support for the nursing unit, helps maintain a safe and clean patient-care environment, and contributes to nursing department operations and communication in a manner consistent with Hale County Hospital’s mission and objectives. This is a full-time position with 12-hour day shifts. Applicants must provide a current, active email address and phone number. Hale County Hospital is a drug-free workplace; potential new hires must undergo drug screening and a background check before employment. The description covers the position’s most significant duties but does not exclude other assignments.

Requirements

Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills, normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to adapt to changing work schedules and patient needs.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of medical terminology.
One year of experience as a PCT or CNA.
One year of clerical experience.

Responsibilities

Perform or assist patients with personal hygiene needs.
Monitor vital signs as specified in the care plan and report variations from normal readings to licensed personnel.
Prepare patient rooms and transport patients to and from various departments.
Serve as the unit receptionist by greeting individuals and handling incoming and outgoing telephone calls.
Relay pertinent information to appropriate individuals while maintaining patient and employee confidentiality.
Provide clerical support to the nursing department, including preparing and maintaining accurate client records, transcribing physician orders, and documenting pertinent data neatly and accurately while safeguarding confidential information.
Maintain adequate supplies and forms for the department.
Keep the dietary department informed of patients’ names, room numbers, and diet types, as well as changes, admissions, and discharges during the shift.
Submit written requests to the maintenance department for unit repairs.
Attend staff meetings, with at least 70% attendance, to receive necessary information.
Attend in-services and mandatory meetings.
Adhere to the dress code, attendance requirements, and other company policies and procedures.