Patient Care Tech

Location: Professional Blanding, UT, US Position: Full-time Department: Nursing Reports To: Director Of Nursing Facility: Blue Mountain Hospital Onsite Responsibilities Provide hands‑on assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding patients. Regularly measure and record vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature; report any deviations promptly to nursing staff. Accurately document patient care activities, vital signs, and observations in the electronic health record (EHR) or other designated systems. Collect and label specimens accurately, ensuring proper documentation and timely delivery to the laboratory; adhere to infection control protocols during specimen handling. Assist in various medical procedures such as wound care, lab draws, EKGs, ADLs, IV preparations, CCHD, PKU, infant baths, hearing screenings, and patient transfers. Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing information, answering questions, and offering emotional support. Respond promptly and assist with emergent situations while following hospital policies and procedures. Collaborate effectively with nurses, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care. Ensure confidentiality of patient information and compliance with HIPAA regulations. Register and verify patient information and insurance. Qualifications Minimum 6 months of healthcare experience. Current active and valid EMT or CNA certification; acceptable certifications include AEMT or MA. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. High school diploma or equivalent. Willingness to complete a typing test with a minimum of 30 words per minute. Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft and Google software suite. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work as part of a team. Ability to reason and creatively problem‑solve. Interpersonal skills to interact professionally with co‑workers, managers, administration, public, and medical staff, displaying sensitivity in a multicultural environment. Physical capability to carry items up to 75 lbs and lift patients up to 100 lbs with assistance. Opportunity to work with a dynamic team providing care to medically underserved communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Blue-Mountain-Hospital