Patient Care Technician - Full Time Medical Surgical Combo at Lifepoint Health

Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Vital Signs Monitoring, Blood Glucose Measurement, Intake/Output Recording, Activities of Daily Living Assistance, Patient Observation, Room Maintenance, Tech Desk Management, Documentation, Critical Thinking, Decisive Judgment, Working Under Supervision, Stress Management, Performance Improvement, Patient Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Your experience matters Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], 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 ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Why Choose 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. Essential Functions: * 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. Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred License: SRNA or EMT preferred. Certifications: BCLS required; Handle with Care preferred. 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. EEOC Statement: Memorial Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. 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.

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Technician performs basic patient care tasks delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, recording intake/output, and assisting patients with daily living activities like bathing and eating. They are also responsible for maintaining clean patient rooms, managing the tech desk, and promptly reporting any abnormal patient findings to the nursing staff.