Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Medical Services

ThedaCare • Neenah, WI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of an LPN, RN, or nurse leader, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs patient-centered, evidence-based nursing care activities to meet patients’ physical and psychosocial needs. Working collaboratively with the care team, the PCT contributes to patient outcomes and the department’s goals by delivering compassionate, safe care and demonstrating a commitment to continuous growth and professional development.

This is a part-time position scheduled for 12 hours per week, with variable shifts from 5:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The position participates in holiday and weekend rotation and is not benefit eligible. The role is located at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center – Neenah in Neenah, Wisconsin.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age, except for positions at Peabody Manor, The Heritage, or Juliette Manor.
• American Heart Association HealthCare Provider Life Support (BLS).
• Ability to move freely, including standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling, and to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures.
• The position involves exposure to blood-borne pathogens while performing job duties.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated patient care activities using evidence-based practice and competencies specific to the patient population.
• Check patients’ vital signs, height, and weight as needed based on patient type.
• Provide compassionate care, listen to patients’ concerns, and answer questions or guide patients to address their concerns.
• Identify and escalate changes in patient status or risks to help prevent a crisis.
• Collect clinical data and information about patients and report it to the care team.
• Reposition, transfer, ambulate, and transport patients.
• Assist patients with basic needs, including hygiene, eating, using the restroom, and dressing.
• Obtain and report patient intake and output.
• Perform electrocardiograms (ECGs) as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Provide age-appropriate, culturally specific, and developmentally appropriate care in an environment that promotes patient safety.
• Maintain professional and therapeutic relationships with patients, families, team members, and providers.
• Comply with department-specific competencies.

Benefits

• The position is not benefit eligible. The posting describes organization-wide wellness offerings, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, mental health support, minimal or zero copays, team member cost-sharing premiums, and daycare. It also describes continued learning and development opportunities, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed