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Submission for the position: Patient Care Technician - Earn-As-You-Learn - Virtual Info Session - (Job Number: 214212)
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Patient Care Technician - Earn-As-You-Learn - Virtual Info Session
Would you like to Earn-As-You-Learn to be a Patient Care Technician at a BayCare hospital?
Please join us for one of our
Virtual Patient Care Technician Earn-As-You-Learn Program Information Sessions!
Monday, April 26, at 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
or
Wednesday, April 28, at 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Do you like working with people and want to make a difference through the work that you do? Healthcare may be the profession for you. This entry level position is a great way to start.
For the EAYL Program participants, we are looking for a person who is dedicated to compassionate patient care and wants to be work in a hospital setting where you are a part of a dynamic healthcare team. This position requires no previous nursing or healthcare work experience. However, it does require a person who is dedicated to learning patient care and using those skills to make a difference in people’s lives every day.
What does a Patient Care Technician do? The Patient Care Technician (PCT) assists our nursing staff to provide for our patients’ physical and emotional needs.  Some basic skills and tasks include:  bathing, helping the patient with toileting needs, bed-making, assisting the patient walk/move, feeding, taking vital signs, and entering data into the patient’s electronic medical record (EMR).
This is EAYL PCT Program is a paid training opportunity to meet the requirements for a Patient Care Technician at any BayCare hospital.
If selected, you will be hired for the EAYL program as a Patient Care Technician Student for a 5-week program that includes classroom and clinical training.
After successful completion of training in the Earn-As-You-Learn Patient Care Technician Program, you will meet the requirements to be hired as a Patient Care Technician with BayCare. The Patient Care Technician positions are available with all BayCare hospitals in Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Polk Counties.
Join us for a Virtual Information Session to find out more!
Submit your information today to this posting to RSVP for the Virtual Earn-As-You-Learn Information Session of your choice to get more information and your questions answered regarding this great program!
EAYL Program Information and Requirements:
• High school diploma or GED, stable job history, and clear background check.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Card – from America Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Attendance is required at every class and clinical shift. The school program schedule is five (5) days a week for five (5) weeks. Classroom hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Clinical hours are 6:20 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Tuition and books are paid. Additional items, such as scrubs and a wristwatch (with second hand), are the student’s responsibility.
• Commitment to work at a BayCare hospital full time for 1 year after program completion is required.
• This is a benefits-eligible position (medical, dental, paid time off, and much more).
• Rate of pay is $10.90 an hour for class time and clinical time.  After program completion, the PCT salary is $12.98 an hour.  The PCT night shift differential (for hours 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.) is $2.00/hour and weekend hours differential is $.75/hour.
• Current team members should contact Team Resources at 727-781-3121 to discuss applicable rates of pay and is based upon BayCare Transfer policy.
Upon completion of the EAYL Program the Patient Care Technician will:
• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
• Assist the nursing staff in the delivery of patient care as directed by the RN.
• Provide basic nursing responsibilities such as: bathing, helping the patient with toileting needs, bed-making, assisting the patient walk/move, feeding, taking vital signs, and entering data into the patient’s electronic medical record (EMR).
• Additional training will be provided for additional technical skills such as sterile technique, and urinary catheter insertion.
Hours for Patient Care Technician positions are:
• Full time hours are 3 twelve hour shifts per week and every other weekend
• Day shifts are 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Nights are 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM with shift differentials
Please RSVP and come learn about the EAYL Patient Care Technician Program and BayCare where our mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate care to all we serve.
BayCare offers a competitive total reward package for Full time Team Members including benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401k match and additional yearly contribution, annual performance appraisals and team award bonus, community discounts and the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!
Please Note:  Applying for this posting is an RSVP for one of the EAYL PCT Information Sessions only and does not mean you have applied for the program. We look forward to speaking with you!
Certifications and Licensures Required
BLS (Basic Life Support)
Education Required
High School or Equivalent
Experience
Specific Skills Required
Computer skills appropriate to position
Required
Written and verbal communication skills
5100-ST JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL INC
FL-Tampa-St. Joseph's Hospital
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
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