Overview

*All positions are located in Fresno/Clovis CA*

We're looking for Patient Care Techs to join our growing team! Working under the supervision of a licensed clinical staff member, you will provide both primary patient care and clerical support per your unit goals and Community Health System standards. From performing and assisting with various aspects of patient care such as nutrition, intake/outtake, taking vital signs, including providing office management support to your unit — you will serve as a centralized focus of administration, information and communication. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your Patient Care Tech experience and promote within our health system ladder. 

Fresno Heart & Surgical Hospital opened in 2003 as a dedicated cardiovascular surgery hospital and expanded to include bariatric and general surgery in 2006. With those changes, this 57-bed hospital in north Fresno has quietly become a worldwide leader in bariatric and metabolic surgery. Fresno Heart is highly collaborative with the Community Regional staff. 

Because we know our ability to provide the highest level of care begins with our incredible staff, we provide excellent benefits. On top of competitive pay, hearty retirement plans, and other core benefits, we provide extras like free concierge services to run your errands while you work, on-demand well-being, a free employee gym with free personal training, and more. 

Your Career at Community | Opportunity. Challenge. Growth.

Responsibilities

In your role, you will:

• Perform and assist with basic aspects of patient care such as bed scale weights, I/O, hygiene, dressing, turning and ambulation.
• Safely perform/assist with inpatient lift/transfer, move, positioning and ambulation in coordination with the patient care team.
• Record vital signs, height, weight and I/O. Collect and record data as assigned and report information to RN/RTT.

Qualifications

Experience and Education Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required
•  Successful completion of one of the following:
• (1) Obtain a diploma/certificate from an accredited Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program
• (2) Obtain a diploma/certificate from an accredited Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program
• (3) Nursing Fundamental courses from an accredited clinical RN or LVN program (typically done in the 1st semester)

Licenses and Certifications:

• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
• One of the following is required:
• CNA - State of California Certified Nursing Assistant Certification (active or inactive status is acceptable)
• EMT - Emergency Medical Technician Certification issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (active or inactive status is acceptable)
• RN or LVN Student/Graduate

Disclaimers

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.