PCT - Patient Care Technician - Telemetry Unit

Work Location:

UAB St. Vincent's East
- Trussville, Al.
Benefits for eligible positions only include generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more.
Department:
Telemetry Unit.

Schedule:

Shifts Available – Full-time Days: 7a-7p;
Full-time Nights: 7p-7a.

• Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.
• Assist patients with ambulation as necessary, including helping them to a recliner in their room, walking to the bathroom or down the hall, and assisting dismissed patients in getting safely to their vehicles.
• Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff and document necessary records.
• Keep patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintain medical equipment.
• Perform certain technical patient care duties in the hospital as directed by the staff nurse such as oxygen setup, foley catheter care, pulse oximetry setup, specimen collection and EKGs.
• Obtain and record vitals, weight, and inputs and outputs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date, accepted from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

• High School diploma equivalency OR one year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

No additional preferences.

UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we’re a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We’re committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other.

We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission.

Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.