What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Support Technician position at BayCare?
At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.
Summary:
Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. This is a dual position that includes the job responsibilities of a Patient Care Technician, a Cardiac Monitor Technician, a Visual Monitor, a Mental Health/Patient Care Technician, or a Unit Secretary.
Required Certification: Basic Life Support from American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network.
Minimum Qualifications: You may qualify for the position through one of the following ways:
- 6 months acute care experience as a patient caregiver
- 1-year Skilled Nursing Facility experience as a patient caregiver
- Completion of Nursing Fundamentals from an RN or LPN program
- Completion of a Baycare approved Nurse Assistant/PCT program-if the program did not include hands-on patient care experience outside of a lab setting, must attend the three-day Baycare PCT Boot Camp in Clearwater
Education: Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; may also qualify with a Certificate of Completion
Facility:
BayCare Health System, Preop Surgical-SAH
Location: St Anthonys
Status: Full Time, Exempt: No
Shift Hours: variable- all daytime hours
Shift: Shift 4
Shift 1 = Days, 2 = Evenings, 3 = Nights, 4 = Varies
Weekend Work: None
On Call: No
How often will this team member be working remotely? Never
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
