Patient Care Technician I - 2IMC

About the role

The Patient Care Tech I assists the nursing staff by performing assigned duties for patients and staff under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Duties include, but are not limited to, secretarial functions and some NA I skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform secretarial functions as directed by the nursing staff.
• Assist with patient care activities as directed by the nursing staff.
• Provide support to the nursing staff in maintaining a smooth workflow.
• Communicate effectively with patients, their families, physicians, staff, and others using proper channels of communication.
• Organize and maintain confidentiality of patient records and other confidential information.
• Ensure compliance with all hospital policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalency.
• Completion of third year in the AA Early College Program of a community college and provide transcripts to HR.
• Nurses Aide I certificate listed with the North Carolina Department of Facilities Services.
• At least one year of experience in an acute care setting, either as a unit secretary or as a Nurse Aide I preferred.
• Able to organize confidential clerical responsibilities and patient care, maintaining workflow despite interruptions and changing priorities.
• Maintain current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Some understanding of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Confidentiality and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits

CarolinaEast Health System offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, including benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. The benefits package includes health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are typically 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.