Patient Care Technician - Med/Surg - Nights - Part-Time

Performs various direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Assists patients in dressing or undressing, bathing, or eating. Collects non-invasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs but does not start or administer intravenous fluids. Aids physicians and nursing staff members with procedures if needed. Documents patient interactions as needed. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. High school diploma or equivalent. No experience is necessary. Certification from an accredited nursing assistant program.

Dreaming of living in paradise? Want to join a team delivering unmatched patient care? If so, we have the perfect role for you!

What We Stand For: Lower Keys Medical Center is committed to the delivery of consistent quality services in a safe and fiscally responsible manner that meet the needs of patients, physicians, employees, and our community; and to the maintenance of an environment that encourages individual development, teamwork and pride with compassion and respect for each person.

What We Do: Lower Keys Medical Center (LKMC) is a 167 bed, full service, Joint Commission accredited, outstanding, acute care medical facility with a

• 24/7 emergency room
• 24/7 laboratory
• 24/7 radiology services
• 24/7 specially equipped medical transport helicopter

LKMC is also proud to be the only hospital in the Florida Keys that offers labor and delivery services. We also offer physical therapy in Key West using a multi-joint strength system, in addition to other innovative systems and equipment for customized rehabilitation.

LKMC is fully accredited by the State of Florida and the gold standard, The Joint Commission.

What Does a Nursing Assistant Do? As a Patient Care Tech (PCT) with Lower Keys Medical Center, you will spend your day…

• Assisting nursing service personnel with a variety of patient care activities, and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs, and comfort, of patients.
• Assist with personal hygiene, take vital signs, and changes bed linens.
• May serve and collect food trays, provide for between-meal nourishment, and clean, sterilize, store and prepare other supplies.
• Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• You will work under immediate supervision and typically report to a registered nurse or supervisor.

What’s In It For You? Joining the LKMC team gives you an unmatched experience of being a part of something much larger, growth potential, full benefits package, competitive salary, etc.

Which Qualifications Do You Need? In order to set you up for success, you need the basics of…

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Familiarity with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Two years of medical experience is preferred, however not mandatory.

Lower Keys Medical Center is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.