Patient Care Technician Medical Surgical
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician works on a 36-bed Medical/Surgical unit serving general medical-surgical patients, post-operative orthopedic patients, and trauma patients recovering from injuries such as hip and ankle fractures. The role supports patient recovery through hands-on care and contributes to patient safety and experience on a unit that pilots HonorHealth’s Virtual Nursing and Virtual Sitter programs. Under the direct supervision of a licensed caregiver, the technician provides patient-related care based on the principles of growth and development across the lifespan of patients served in the unit. The position is full-time on the night shift, with three 12-hour shifts from 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM. Shift and weekend coverage are self-scheduled; workdays may vary, with no fixed days. 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.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of acute care experience.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide and collaborate on direct patient care services under the direct supervision of a licensed caregiver.
- Assist with personal care and activities of daily living.
- Perform vital signs and intake and output tasks.
- Assist patients with ambulation, mobility, and other interventions.
- Implement selected portions of the patient care plan as directed by a nurse.
- Observe patients and report changes in their 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
- Self-scheduling for shift and weekend coverage.
- Weekend shift differentials, with evening and night shift differentials where applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
