Job Description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Patient Care Techs (PCTs) are vital, unlicensed healthcare providers offering direct patient care under an RN's supervision. They apply developmental knowledge to tailor care to patients' evolving physical and psychosocial needs.
Key responsibilities include:Operating various equipment: computers, vital sign machines (recognizing and reporting abnormalities), O2 saturation monitors, glucose meters, intercoms, telephones, scales, and lifts. Performing basic EKG monitoring and recognizing life-threatening dysrhythmias (as required by location). Executing nursing duties delegated by RNs. Venipuncture and discontinuing IVs. Performing 12-lead EKGs (as required). Demonstrating strong communication, telephone, and customer service skills. Adapting to new healthcare technology. Accessing secured supply rooms for necessary equipment.

Job Requirements

High School Graduate or equivalent Active American Heart Association BLS within 30 days of hire date Preferred qualifications/Experience: Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Student, Certified Medical Assistant, EMT, and/or Phlebotomy trained

Where You'll Work

CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI(TM), CMS, Healthgrades, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 team members and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Pay Range

$18.00 - $24.60 /hour