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Patient Care Technician (PCT) Post-Op/Ortho

Lifepoint Health

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Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 day ago

Location

Gallatin, Tennessee

Quick overview

The Patient Care Technician assists patients with activities of daily living and provides direct patient care. They are responsible for observing patient behavior and reporting changes in condition to the nursing staff.

Requirements summary

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, though a TN CNA license may be considered as an alternative. BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire, and one year of experience as a nurse tech or EMT is preferred.

high schoolprofessional certificatePatient MonitoringDirect Patient CareActivities Of Daily Living AssistancePatient ObservationEKG PerformanceClinical ReportingPOC Testing

Job description

Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Schedule: FT | Days

Your experience matters

Highpoint Health- Sumner 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 Tech joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

About us

Highpoint Health- Sumner has been providing quality health care to Middle TN for 65 years. Since opening in 1959, we have grown from one facility with just 50 employees and 7 physicians to a comprehensive health care leader in the community with more than 1,000 employees and 300 physicians. Today, we operate as a 167-bed healthcare facility and provide quality care in numerous areas of health care.

How you'll contribute

  • As a Patient Care Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. This includes:
  • Assisting patients with performing activities of daily living
  • Providing or assisting with providing direct patient care
  • Observing and recording patient behavior and activities
  • Reporting any changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggesting modifications to treatment plans
  • Assisting with POC testing and EKGs as needed

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • State of TN CNA license preferred, can be considered without high school diploma or equivalent
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire
  • 1 year certified nurse tech or EMT experience preferred

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:

· 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.

To see our full benefits and how WE invest in YOU, use the link below

Total Rewards | Lifepoint Health Careers [https://jobs.lifepointhealth.net/total-rewards/]

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health- Sumner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ascension Saint Thomas Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

  • Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
  • Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
  • We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
  • We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
  • We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
  • We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Benefits

  • Professional Development
  • Discount Programs
  • Company Match
  • Loan Assistance
  • Virtual Care Appointments
  • Mental Health Services
  • Higher Education Tuition Assistance
  • Certification Tuition Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Package
  • Mental Wellness Programs
  • Physical Wellness Programs
  • Financial Wellness Programs
  • Free Gym Memberships

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
HQGallatin, Tennessee
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