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
Excellent communication skills
Follow oral instructions
Strong work ethics
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Patient Care Technician for their Transitional Care and Short Stay units. This role requires supporting patient care under the supervision of registered nurses, with an emphasis on teamwork and effective communication
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 their Transitional Care and Short Stay units. This role requires supporting patient care under the supervision of registered nurses, with an emphasis on teamwork and effective communication.
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
excellent communication skills
follow oral instructions
strong work ethics
accountability
perform routine tasks in PPE
Nice-to-have
teamwork and diversity
collaborative healthcare organization
improving patient care
Key Requirements
High School Diploma/GED
basic computer skills
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