Patient Care Technician

Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM (3 x 12-hour shifts, every other weekend, holiday required, no on-call)

Role Overview:
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) assists registered nurses in providing direct patient care, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for patients. This role involves performing essential clinical tasks, patient assistance, and supporting the overall healthcare team.

• Welcome patients and verify identification bracelets.

• Prepare patients for assessment, physical exams, and procedures.

• Perform blood draws (intravenous or capillary) for patients of all ages using aseptic techniques.

• Conduct electrocardiograms (EKGs) as directed.

• Ensure the availability, functionality, and cleanliness of necessary equipment.

• Assist in patient transport within the facility.

• Help with meal preparation and feeding as needed.

• Maintain inventory and restock assigned areas.

• Prepare patient rooms for admission.

• Provide direct hygiene and comfort care, including bathing, toileting, oral hygiene, and bed-making.

• Take and document vital signs, blood glucose tests, and other specimens as directed.

• Monitor and record daily patient weights, intake, and output.

• Ensure patient safety by promptly responding to call lights and reporting condition changes to the RN.

• Adapt care based on patient needs (age, culture, language, impairments, etc.) and communicate effectively with patients and caregivers.

Education:

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

Certifications & Licensure:

• Required:

  • Current BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association.

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Patient Care Technician (PCT) certification, which includes Phlebotomy, EKG, and Nursing Assistant training (theoretical & clinical) OR proof of completion of such a program.

Skills & Experience:

• Required: Minimum 1+ year of experience as a PCT in a hospital setting.

• Preferred Skills: IV insertion, phlebotomy, and experience with EPIC electronic medical records.