Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg

Job Description

Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Med Surg

Job Type: Full Time - Day Shift

Schedule:

Weekends May Vary

Your experience matters:

Saline is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Patient Care Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

More About Our Team:

Our unit fosters a positive, patient-centered environment that is built on teamwork, compassion, and clear communication. Staff members support one another, creating a culture where collaboration is valued, and everyone works together to provide safe, high-quality care.

How you'll contribute:

A Patient Care Technician who excels in this role:

• 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.

Skills:

Critical thinking, 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.

Physical Requirements (typical):
Frequent standing, walking, reaching, keyboard entry, repetitive movements, kneeling, lifting/moving patients; occasional sitting and squatting; rare running or climbing. Vision near/far and depth perception frequent/constant; color distinction frequent. Occasional exposure to biohazardous waste, chemicals, gases/vapors/fumes; latex exposure frequently.

Why join us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits:
Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

Financial Protection & PTO:
Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

Financial & Career Growth:
Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Employee Well-being:
Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

Professional Development:
Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for:

Education:

High School diploma preferred.

(6 months of healthcare experience)

License: SRNA or EMT preferred.

Certifications:

BCLS required;
Handle with Care preferred.