Patient Care Technician PRN -TOSH Inpatient

Clinical Staff - Nursing

The Orthopedic & Spine Hospital (TOSH), UAMS Health's brand-new surgical hospital, is seeking passionate patient care technicians ready to join a team redefining quality care. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is a trained member of the unit-based team who supports the ongoing delivery of care as identified by the multidisciplinary Patient Management Team. The PCT works under the direct supervision of the R.N. and performs tasks and duties that do not require a license, professional judgment, or intervention. The PCT must pass the required competencies. The PCT works within the Department of Nursing standards. The PCT adheres to UAMS clinical programs, policies, procedures, and standards, and guest care guidelines. They will also be cross-trained as an IA, the face of the nursing unit who greets every guest, making them feel welcome and helping keep them informed. The Information Associate (IA) maintains order on the unit by routing new orders and consults, answering call lights, and meeting the paging needs of the units, monitoring for and meeting patient needs, thus helping to ensure patient flow through the unit is seamless. The IA also performs admission and discharge duties, reconciles and enters patient charges, performs data entry, helps with stocking/cleaning, and does telemetry and video monitoring. The IA is responsible and accountable for the tone of the nursing unit.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED, plus successful completion of the PCT course within 3 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Health Care Experience. Patient Care Experience. Certified Nursing Assistant or Military Corpsman.
• Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethic, and accountability.
• CPR Certified/Licensed.
• BLS Required

Responsibilities:

• Prepares patient rooms for patients.
• Assists with medical procedures and examinations.
• Conducts patient interviews, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and performs phlebotomy.
• Performs EKGs.
• Research and scribes for physicians if needed.
• Performs administrative tasks by scheduling patients for appointments, procedures, etc., using the various registration and scheduling systems.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Resume

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity: Crouching, Standing

Occasional Physical Activity: Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching

Benefits Eligible: No