Patient Care Technician Medical Surgical

HonorHealth • Mesa, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician works in the Medical/Surgical Unit-2N/2S at Four Peaks Medical Center, a 47-bed unit specializing in orthopedic and post-surgical care. The unit is a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is scheduled to transition to a Level 1 Trauma Center beginning in September. Patients include orthopedic, surgical, and elderly individuals, many of whom need hands-on assistance with activities of daily living. Technicians typically assist 8–12 patients and manage frequent admissions and discharges, which can total up to 18 in a day.

Under the direct supervision of a licensed caregiver, the technician provides patient-related care based on growth and development across the life span of patients served in the unit. The role includes assisting with personal care, activities of daily living, vital signs, intake and output, ambulation, interventions, and selected portions of the patient care plan as directed by a nurse. Technicians observe and report changes in patient condition to a licensed caregiver and maintain accurate medical record documentation. They also address or direct questions and concerns from patients, families, caregivers, and health care team members.

This is a full-time night-shift position consisting of three 12-hour shifts from 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM. Shift self-scheduling is offered, but workdays may vary and are not fixed. Weekend and holiday rotations are required. Weekend, evening, and night shift differentials are offered where applicable.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of Block 1 in Nursing, or qualification as a Medical Assistant (MA), Nursing Assistant (NA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), or six months of healthcare-setting experience within the last year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong organization and adaptability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• Previous experience in a hospital, acute rehabilitation facility, or skilled nursing facility is sought in the role description.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of acute care experience.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
• Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT) license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care services under the supervision of a licensed caregiver.
• Assist with personal care and activities of daily living, including bed baths, toileting, and bed changes.
• Obtain vital signs, including post-operative vital signs, and monitor patients.
• Measure or assist with intake and output.
• Assist patients with ambulation and other directed interventions.
• Implement selected portions of the patient care plan as directed by a nurse.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to a licensed caregiver.
• Maintain accurate medical record documentation related to care delivered.
• Address or direct questions and concerns from patients, families, caregivers, and health care team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekend shift differentials.
• Evening and night shift differentials where applicable.
• Self-scheduling for shifts and weekend coverage.

What This Job Offers

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