CARE TECHNICIAN SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
The Care Technician is required to have completed a Medical Assistant Certification course focused on back office and patient care, with a strong preference for a Certification from the Health Services as a Nursing Assistant. The role demands extensive clinical experience, typically acquired over three years, and includes patient positioning, provision of comfort measures, and proficient use of proper body mechanics. Essential qualifications include current certifications in BCLS, EMT, Phlebotomy, CPI, CPR (certified by American Heart Association Healthcare Provider or American Red Cross Professional), alongside strong computer skills and effective communication abilities with both healthcare professionals and laypersons.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Care Technician Resume
- Patient Care Techniques
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) Proficiency
- Medication Administration
- Phlebotomy Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Equipment Sterilization
- Diagnostic Testing
- Compassion
- Communication
- Patience
- Empathy
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Stress Management
- Adaptability
- Active Listening
Summary of Care Technician Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Health Science with 4 years of Experience
- Completion of a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) training program AND CNA certification with the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services on hire.
- Completion of an EMS (Emergency Medical System) training program AND
- EMT certification with the Texas Department of State Health Services on hire.
- MHS employee in an LVN job description
- Previous PCT, Nurse aide, orderly experience in a healthcare setting
- Completion of a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) training program
- Experience as an ER Tech or 1-year experience as an EMT
- Experience in acute-care setting
- Demonstrated or tested ability to read, write, and comprehend medical terminology.
2. BA in Psychology with 2 years of Experience
- Passionate about helping others
- Reliable and Team- orientated
- Excited to work in a fast-paced environment
- Organized and can provide exceptional customer service
- Able to read and speak English
- Active Certified Nurses’ Assistant License in Colorado
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association or Red Cross
- Experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred
- Completion of an EMS (Emergency Medical System) training program AND
- EMT certification with the Texas Department of State Health Services on hire.
3. BS in Nursing with 3 year of Experience
- Completion of Medical Assistant Certification course with emphasis on back office and patient care desired
- Certification by the California Dept. of Health Services as a Nursing Assistant preferred
- Clinical experience as would typically be obtained in three years is strongly preferred
- Patient positioning and provision of comfort measure
- Must have knowledge of proper body mechanics to position and move patients.
- Possess strong bedside patient care skills
- Requires the ability to communicate well with other healthcare professionals as well as with laypersons.
- Must have Computer skills
- Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR or American Red Cross Professional CPR card.
- Current BCLS, EMT, Phlebotomist, CPI certification