Patient Care Technician

@ Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Memorial Hospital at Gulfport
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Memorial Hospital at Gulfportencompasshealthrehabilitationhospital,apartnerofmemorialhospitalatgulfport.com

Patient Care Technician

Pascagoula, MS
Posted today

About the job

Encompass Health is a leading post-acute care provider with 150+ locations. The Patient Care Technician I aids rehab nurses, supports patient-centered care, and follows safety guidelines in a diverse environment.

Requirements

  • Effective communication skills
  • Assist in delegated rehab tasks
  • Works under supervision
  • Supports patient safety

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Experience in healthcare preferred
  • Strong communication abilities
  • Compassionate attitude

Full job description

The Patient Care Technician I assists rehabilitation nurses with rehabilitation treatment and patient care according to hospital, state, professional and federal regulations and guidelines. In addition, the position:
- Requires effective communication skills for working with patients, families, and caregivers.
- Requires competency in assisting with delegated rehabilitation treatment and patient care.
- Performs tasks as delegated by and supervised by rehabilitation nurses.
- Maintains open and an on-going communication with coworkers and supervisors.

The Patient Care Technician I supports an environment and culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by helping to provide patient safety and patient-centered treatment.

Job Code 101579

The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.

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