Patient Care Technician

Patient Care Technician- PRN (As Needed)

Job Summary
The Patient Care Tech works as an integral part of the patient care team providing routine administrative and clerical duties at and around the nursing station, providing prompt and courteous service to patients, families, physicians, staff and public alike. Helps to monitor and facilitate activities at the nursing station and performs tasks necessary to maintain proper flow of patient care and related documentation.

Job Requirements
Minimum Education High school graduate or equivalent required.
Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Must have basic computer proficiency, ability to use a multi-line phone system. Performs phlebotomy tasks as needed.
Certifications: Must successfully complete PCT training during the first month of employment. Must obtain BLS Healthcare Provider upon hire.
Licenses: CNA license
Minimum Work Experience Experience in Medical Terminology preferred. Proficient communication skills in English, both verbal and written, are required. Must have experience in administrative support and or receptionist duties.
Essential Functions
Under the supervision of physician or nurse (RN), assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given.
Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Maintains examination areas.
Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration. Must have experience in administrative support and or receptionist duties. Demonstrated ability to multitask in a stressful environment. Must have basic computer proficiency, ability to use a multi-line phone system.

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.