PCT - Ortho/Surgical Unit - FT - Days
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse, or licensed nursing staff, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides routine, high-quality patient care in accordance with Bradley Medical Center’s established policies and procedures. Care is delivered based on the developmental and age-specific needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. The PCT assists with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, and eating, and collects non-invasive specimens and vital signs, excluding IV administration. They support physicians and nursing staff during procedures when needed and are expected to demonstrate flexibility, cooperation, and professionalism in interactions with patients, visitors, physicians, and hospital personnel. In addition to clinical duties, the PCT provides essential clerical support within the nursing unit, maintaining and updating patient records and ensuring effective communication and coordination within the unit and across departments. They are also expected to participate in performance improvement initiatives and help promote a collaborative work environment.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED.
- BLS certification required immediately upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience as a nursing assistant.
- One year of patient care experience.
- Certified Nursing Assistant certification.
- Enrollment in an accredited nursing program.
Responsibilities
- Provide routine patient care under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse, or licensed nursing staff and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Deliver care appropriate to the developmental and age-specific needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including dressing, bathing, and eating.
- Collect non-invasive specimens and vital signs; IV administration is excluded.
- Support physicians and nursing staff during procedures when needed.
- Interact professionally and cooperatively with patients, visitors, physicians, and hospital personnel.
- Provide clerical support within the nursing unit, including maintaining and updating patient records.
- Support effective communication and coordination within the unit and across departments.
- Participate in performance improvement initiatives and promote a collaborative work environment.
Benefits
- 403(b) matching retirement plan
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Employee wellness program
- Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- ICHRA for health insurance
- Paid Annual Leave (time off)
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
