Job Description
Join our compassionate healthcare team as a Patient Care Technician at Oakland Community Health. We're seeking dedicated professionals to fill flexible evening and weekend shifts in our modern Oakland facility. This role offers rewarding patient interaction while supporting nursing staff with essential care duties. Perfect for students, caregivers, or those seeking work-life balance in healthcare.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, mobility)
- Measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse)
- Prepare patients for examinations and procedures
- Transport patients to treatment areas safely
- Maintain clean, sanitized patient environments
- Document patient observations accurately in EHR systems
- Communicate care updates to nursing team
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Basic medical terminology knowledge
- Experience with EHR documentation systems
- Ability to stand/walk for extended periods
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Flexibility for variable evening/weekend schedules