Patient Care Technician

Surgery Partners•Park City, UT

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About The Position

We are seeking a dependable and experienced Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our team. This multifaceted role supports both clinical care and logistical operations in a dynamic, fast-paced orthopedic surgical environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and excels in a highly collaborative surgical setting. Key Responsibilities: Assist nursing staff with preoperative and postoperative patient care in a fast-paced Same Day Surgery environment. Obtain and record patient vital signs, height, weight, and pain levels upon admission and discharge. Prepare patients for surgery by ensuring proper identification, gowning, and comfort. Assist with patient hygiene, mobility, and activities of daily living as needed. Assist with patient transport, positioning, and preparation before and after surgery. Ensure patient safety and comfort during pre-op and post-op transitions. Transport patients safely to and from pre-op, OR, PACU, and discharge areas. Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient care areas, operating rooms, stretchers, and equipment. Assist with turning over operating rooms between cases, including waste removal, surface cleaning, and linen changes. Stock and prepare OR suites and patient care areas with necessary surgical and anesthesia supplies and equipment. Set up and maintain anesthesia machines and equipment before, during, and after procedures. Adhere to infection control, sterilization, and patient safety standards at all times. Document patient care activities accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record. Communicate effectively with nursing, surgical, and anesthesia teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care. Provide compassionate, patient-centered support to individuals and families throughout their surgical experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire)
Ability to lift, transport, and position patients safely.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as an OR tech, anesthesia tech, orderly, or related role highly preferred

Responsibilities

Assist nursing staff with preoperative and postoperative patient care in a fast-paced Same Day Surgery environment.
Obtain and record patient vital signs, height, weight, and pain levels upon admission and discharge.
Prepare patients for surgery by ensuring proper identification, gowning, and comfort.
Assist with patient hygiene, mobility, and activities of daily living as needed.
Assist with patient transport, positioning, and preparation before and after surgery.
Ensure patient safety and comfort during pre-op and post-op transitions.
Transport patients safely to and from pre-op, OR, PACU, and discharge areas.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient care areas, operating rooms, stretchers, and equipment.
Assist with turning over operating rooms between cases, including waste removal, surface cleaning, and linen changes.
Stock and prepare OR suites and patient care areas with necessary surgical and anesthesia supplies and equipment.
Set up and maintain anesthesia machines and equipment before, during, and after procedures.
Adhere to infection control, sterilization, and patient safety standards at all times.
Document patient care activities accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record.
Communicate effectively with nursing, surgical, and anesthesia teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.
Provide compassionate, patient-centered support to individuals and families throughout their surgical experience.