Location: all cities,AR, USA
**Work Shift:**
Please see job description for details.
**Time Type:**
Full time
**Department:**
CC095905 Specialty Clinics
**Summary:**
The Certified 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.
**Additional Information:**
**Required Education:**
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
**Recommended Education:**
**Required Work Experience:**
Related Field - 1 year of experience
**Recommended Work Experience:**
Technicians - 1 year of experience, AC employee with clinical experience or completion of a semester of healthcare curriculum.
**Required Certifications:**
1 of the following certifications is required -
**Recommended Certifications:**
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) - National Workforce Career Association (NWCA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Arkansas Department of Long Term Care, Registered Medical Assistant - -
**Description**
1. Completes patient care (may include V/S, I&O's, heights, weights, head circumference, ADL's and other patient care related assignments) in a safe, efficient and timely manner as delegated by licensed nursing staff.
2. Documents patient care and other assignments according to department guidelines.
3. Assists with admission, transfer and discharge as directed by licensed staff.
4. Communicates patient/family information, specific needs and requests to other health care team members to assist with individualizing the patient plan of care.
5. Acts as a courier between ancillary departments as needed to meet daily unit/department requirements.
6. May perform clerical duties such as serving as a receptionist, managing telephones, obtaining supplies and equipment, creating admission or informational packets, and other department specific duties as needed.
7. Ensures that patient supplies and equipment are organized, clean, and properly re-stocked for optimal cost effectiveness and availability for patient care.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
Arkansas Childrens ( 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 Childrens is driven by four core valuessafety, teamwork, compassion and excellencewhich inform every action.
Arkansas Childrens Hospital has received Magnet Status ( from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), 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 Childrens has met the unique needs of children. But were 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 Childrens Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the states 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 Childrens Northwest ( provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.
_Arkansas Childrens is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at childrens, 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 Childrens 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 Childrens 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
Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.