PCT - Patient Care Technician - Trauma Recovery Unit (TRU) - Multiple Shifts

Position OverviewPay range: $15.50 - $19.50 / hourShifts: full-time AM, part-time AM and PMSchedules: 7 a.m.-7 p.m., 7 p.m.-7 a.m.Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.Job HighlightsThe Trauma Recovery Unit (TRU) is a 20-bed acute care unit that provides specialized care for a variety of trauma, orthopaedic, and general surgery patients. UAB Hospital is Alabama’s first American College of Surgeons (ACS)-verified adult Level I Trauma Center. This unit is led by advanced practice providers (APPs), which means a provider is always available for our trauma patients. As part of the TRU team, you’ll enjoy working with an interdisciplinary care team, providing patient- and family-centered care for optimum outcomes. Plus, this unit has been recognized for efficient discharge processes and outstanding quality metrics.Job DescriptionTo assume responsibility for certain technical aspects of patient care as directed by the RN/LPN for the hospital. To obtain and record vitals, weight, inputs and outputs. To successfully complete an in-house PCT training program. To demonstrate an awareness of patient and personal safety.QualificationsHigh School diploma or GED required. Certified with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within thirty (30) days of date of employment required.Why Work at UAB MedicineWe are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.1 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 2,200 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s only ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.