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Barnes-Jewish Hospital

Neurosurgery, Patient Care Tech - PT

Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146

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Neurosurgery, Patient Care Tech - PT Base Pay Range $17.50/hr - $22.75/hr

Hours & Schedule

36 hours/week

Day shift: 7am-7pm

Every 3rd weekend

Rotating holidays

Perks Benefits eligible.

Preferred Qualifications

CNA, Nurse Assistant, EMT, or Surgical Tech experience

Overview Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital’s staff is composed of full‑time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognized for nursing excellence, Barnes‑Jewish was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Role Purpose Provides direct patient care to support licensed professional nurses responsible for a team of patients to ensure a safe environment for patients by reducing risk of harm. Collects vital information on patients and reports such to the nursing team, contributing to the overall assessment of each patient and any changes to a patient’s condition.

Responsibilities

Implements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse, promoting patient‑ and family‑centered care in a healing environment. Administers or assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), performs vital signs, intake & output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, or point‑of‑care testing as requested.

Collects clinical data and information on patients, and reports changes in patient status to the nurse.

Assists nurse with patient and family education. Documents all patient care activities provided with correct medical terminology. Acts as a 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.

Ensures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient’s needs.

Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.

Minimum Requirements Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: None

Supervisor Experience: None

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Nurse Assistant

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date

Disability insurance* paid for by BJC

Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution

401(k) plan with BJC match

Tuition Assistance available on first day

BJC Institute for Learning and Development

Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time

Adoption assistance

Equal Opportunity Employer

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