Patient Care Technician - FT Nights (7p-7a)

Mizell Memorial Hospital•Opp, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The PCT is responsible for performing routine, technical clinical/clerical duties and assisting with other related duties involved in providing patient care. He/She will assist in the provision of patient care under the supervision of the LPN, RN, or Charge Nurse. This position has an OSHA Category I level of exposure to blood and body substances, meaning tasks involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or body tissues or a potential for spills or splashes with blood, body fluids or tissues. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.

Requirements

Basic computer skills required
Interpersonal skills- including customer relations, grammar, reading, and organizational skills
High School diploma or equivalent required
BLS certification required

Nice To Haves

Prior PCT/CNA experience preferred

Responsibilities

Promptly attends work as scheduled.
Maintains confidentiality of the patient’s medical condition, personal problems, and medical record.
Show initiative in completing job responsibilities.
Is neat, clean, and dressed according to the Dress Code Policy.
Works cooperatively and respectfully with other personnel.
Maintains a clean, safe, and neat work area.
Approaches the patient/significant other/visitor with a consistent respectful and concerned attitude.
Maintains cleanliness of patient.
Collects and delivers specimens to appropriate departments.
Assists with patient meals by serving and collecting trays, feeding when necessary.
Helps with change of linens to ensure cleanliness of patient room and bed.
Is subject to reassignment to units and shifts, when necessary.
Answers call lights and runs errands as designated.
Assists with lifting and transport of patient.
Measures and accurately reports vital signs, weight, intake & output.
Other duties as assigned.