Patient Care Technician - PCT #001

NavitasPartners • Portland, OR

22h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide direct patient support in a long-term care and geriatric healthcare environment. The ideal candidate will assist patients with activities of daily living, support individualized care plans, and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Patient Care Technician (PCT) Certification required.
• Previous patient care, caregiver, nursing assistant, or healthcare support experience preferred.
• Experience working with geriatric or long-term care populations preferred.
• Experience with electronic medication administration records (eMAR) or QuickMAR systems preferred but not required.
• Strong patient care and customer service skills.
• Ability to assist patients with personal care needs while maintaining dignity and respect.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Reliable attendance and dependable work ethic.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Candidates must be able to meet scheduling requirements without additional restrictions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electronic medication administration records (eMAR) or QuickMAR systems preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
• Support patient comfort, safety, dignity, and independence.
• Observe, document, and report changes in patient condition to the appropriate healthcare team members.
• Participate in patient orientation and assist with transitions into the care setting.
• Coordinate and prioritize daily tasks in collaboration with nursing, housing, and clinical staff.
• Assist with implementing individualized service and care plans.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and records.
• Provide compassionate emotional support and positive interactions with patients and families.
• Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and healthcare compliance standards.
• Assist with routine patient monitoring and support services as assigned.
• Support team operations and contribute to a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

• We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater.

What This Job Offers

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