Patient Care Technician - Short Stay/transitional Care Units (a4/a7)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified, but the position likely involves a shift work model.
Perform patient care tasks
Support ongoing delivery of care
Documentation of patient care activities
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Patient Care Technician for its Transitional and Short Stay Care Units. The role involves supporting patient care tasks under the supervision of registered nurses in a collaborative healthcare environment

Job Summary

  • The Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs patient care tasks and duties which do not require a license.
  • The PCT is a trained member of the unit-based team who supports the on-going delivery of care as identified by the multidisciplinary patient management team in in the combined Transitional Care (A7) and Short Stay (A4) units.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution 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 UAMS pharmacy

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Patient Care Technician for its Transitional and Short Stay Care Units. The role involves supporting patient care tasks under the supervision of registered nurses in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits Eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • perform patient care tasks
  • support ongoing delivery of care
  • documentation of patient care activities
  • communication with RN regarding patient care
  • assist with patient admission, transfer, discharge

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • collaborative healthcare organization
  • guest care guidelines

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • excellent communication skills
  • ability to follow oral instructions
  • basic computer skills
  • strong work ethics and accountability
  • lift 100 lbs. to waist height
  • Certification as a nursing assistant or military corpsman
  • Previous Patient Care experience in acute care setting
  • Critical Care experience
  • fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

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