PCT/HUC-PCU1

Premier Health • Centerville, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

A Patient Care Technician, or PCT, works with nurses and doctors to care for patients. The PCT works under the supervision of the nurse, who ensures they are performing tasks safely and correctly. Sometimes, the PCT might also be called a Patient Care Technician/Unit Clerk (HUC), assisting with paperwork and other tasks to keep the hospital running smoothly, which enables patients to receive the best care possible. PCTs are essential members of the healthcare team who help patients feel better and get healthy again!

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• BLS CPR certificate (can be obtained at orientation)
• Finished STNA, CNA, or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training
• Helped care for patients in the past 5 years (like taking their temperature, bathing them, or helping them use the restroom)
• Currently in nursing school and finished one clinical rotation
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, even with interruptions, while maintaining a positive demeanor
• Proficiency in using a computer
• Good organizational skills
• Effective communication (talking and listening) skills

Nice To Haves

• Worked in a hospital before

Responsibilities

• Check things like temperature, heartbeat, and breathing
• Help patients move around, get dressed, and eat
• Collect samples like urine
• Report any changes in a patient's condition to a nurse
• Help with patient walks, hygiene, weighing patients, vitals
• Assist with paperwork and other tasks that keep the hospital running smoothly (as a HUC)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED