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Be part of Watertown Regional Medical Center, an acute-care hospital in southeastern Wisconsin that consistently earns national awards for its high-quality care. Join our team and grow your career in a hospital where everyday excellence meets or exceeds expectations. The Multi-Care Technician I (MCT I) is a vital member of the patient care team working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). This role provides basic patient care and supports unit operations through a combination of clinical and clerical responsibilities. The MCT I assists with activities of daily living, performs basic clinical tasks, supports nursing station operations, and may perform 12-lead EKG testing to assist the care team in delivering safe and effective patient care.

Essential Functions:

• Provides basic patient care including monitoring vital signs, blood glucose checks, and documenting intake and output.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, feeding, and mobility support.
• Observes and reports abnormal findings or changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and organized patient rooms and unit environments.
• Performs clerical duties to support nursing station operations, including answering phones and managing basic documentation tasks.
• Performs 12-lead EKG testing as directed by nursing staff or providers.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Supports infection prevention practices and patient safety protocols.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support patient care and unit operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to safely lift, move, and assist patients and equipment according to safety guidelines.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer skills used in healthcare settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to support patient-centered care.
• Ability to observe, report, and document patient information accurately.
• Familiarity with infection prevention practices and hospital safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Required)
• Completion of a postsecondary certificate, diploma, or program in one of the following: (Required)
• Nursing Assistant
• Patient Care Technician
• Medical Assistant
• Emergency Medical Technician
• Or some college coursework completed in an accredited school of nursing, including successful completion of "Fundamentals of Nursing." (May be considered)
• Licenses/Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). (Required upon hire)
• Or current enrollment in good standing in an accredited school of nursing. (May be considered)
• Basic Life Support (BCLS). (Required upon hire or within facility-specified timeframe)
• Experience: One (1) or more years of patient care experience in a hospital setting. (Preferred)