Job Summary
The Patient Care Technician plays a crucial role in delivering direct care to patients by aiding with daily living activities and carrying out clinical tasks as assigned by the nursing staff. They contribute to patient assessment, uphold a secure environment, and facilitate smooth communication among healthcare professionals.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Perform clinical tasks under nursing supervision.
- Gather and document patient data accurately.
- Ensure a safe and clean patient environment.
- Communicate effectively with the healthcare team to optimize patient care.
Qualifications
- 0-2 years of experience in an acute care environment or currently enrolled in a nursing program.
- Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required within 90 days of employment.
- Preferred certifications include Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT).
Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
