Patient Care Technician-TOSH Inpatient

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) at the Orthopedic & Spine Hospital (TOSH), a UAMS Health surgical hospital, is a trained member of the unit-based team who supports ongoing care as identified by the multidisciplinary Patient Management Team. The PCT works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse and performs tasks that do not require a license, professional judgment, or intervention. The position requires successful completion of required competencies and adherence to Department of Nursing standards, UAMS clinical programs, policies, procedures, standards, and guest care guidelines.

The role also includes cross-training as an Information Associate (IA), welcoming guests and helping keep them informed. The position is a regular day-shift clinical nursing staff role. Benefits eligibility is stated for this position.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Successfully complete a patient care technician course within three months of hire/employment.
• Pass required competencies.
• CPR certified or licensed.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong work ethic and accountability.

Nice To Haves

• Health care experience.
• Patient care experience.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) qualification.
• Military Corpsman experience.
• Experience in an ambulatory care setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient rooms.
• Assist with medical procedures and examinations.
• Conduct patient interviews and measure vital signs, including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
• Perform phlebotomy and EKGs.
• Research and scribe for physicians when needed.
• Schedule patient appointments and procedures using registration and scheduling systems.
• Cross-train as an IA to greet guests, help them feel welcome, and keep them informed.
• Route new orders and consults, answer call lights, and meet unit paging needs.
• Monitor and respond to patient needs to support seamless patient flow.
• Perform admission and discharge duties.
• Reconcile and enter patient charges and perform data entry.
• Help with stocking and cleaning.
• Perform telemetry and video monitoring.
• Help maintain the tone of the nursing unit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contributions with up to 10% matching from UAMS.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

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