Patient Care Tech

Hematology Oncology Patient Care Technician

Work Shift : Day Shift Time Type : Full time Department : Hematology / Oncology Summary : Hematology Oncology, Full Time, 7a-7p Salary : Most new hires start between $15.00-$18.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) functions as a nursing assistant in performing duties as assigned by the RN. The primary responsibilities of the PCT include : obtaining vital signs and measurements; providing or assisting with basic care & activities of daily living; helping with ED / clinic visits, patient admissions, discharges & transfers; and assisting with customer service needs.

Required Education : High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Required Work Experience : Related Field - 1 year of experience, Technicians - 1 year of experience, AC employee with clinical experience or completion of a semester of healthcare curriculum. Recommended Certifications : Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Arkansas Department of Long Term Care, Registered Medical Assistant - Unknown Issuer.

Arkansas Children's is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children's is driven by four core valuessafety, teamwork, compassion and excellencewhich inform every action. Arkansas Children's Hospital has received Magnet Status for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.

For more than a century, Arkansas Children's has met the unique needs of children. But we're more than just a hospital treating sick kidsour services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

Arkansas Children's Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state's only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children's Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

"Arkansas Children's is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children's, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better." Michael Business Operations Manager "Arkansas Children's Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children." Linda Information Systems Analyst "We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children." Angela Parking and Fleet Coordinator "Care, love, and hope for children!" Kathy Administrative Assistant "When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children's Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!" Nick Supply Assistant

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