Patient Care Technician

Lifepoint Health • Benton, AR

18h • Onsite

About The Position

People are our passion and purpose. At Saline Health System, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. We offer a wide range of health care services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and many more. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Patient Care Technician performs basic patient care activities and unit support tasks to promote safe, efficient care and patient throughput. This role provides assistance with activities of daily living and routine monitoring, maintains a clean and stocked environment, and supports nursing/physician staff.

Requirements

• BCLS certification required.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment.
• Rapid learning and navigation of multiple software systems.
• Effective English communication (read/write/speak).
• Ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma.
• SRNA or EMT license.
• Handle with Care certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Benefits

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed