Patient Care Technician - Med Surg

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Absorb and assist 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.

Requirements

• High School diploma preferred. (6 months of healthcare experience)
• SRNA or EMT preferred.
• BCLS required; Handle with Care preferred.

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

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, keyboard entry, repetitive movements, kneeling, lifting/moving patients
• Sitting and squatting occasionally
• Rare running or climbing
• Frequent vision near/far and depth perception
• Color distinction frequent
• Occasional exposure to biohazardous waste, chemicals, gases/vapors/fumes; latex exposure frequently

Benefits

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.