Patient Care Technician | FT | Days

Community Health Systems•Palmer, AK

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks aligned with the PCT’s training and department needs. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or LVN at Texas facilities, the PCT supports patient care by assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe and organized care environment, and communicating effectively within the healthcare team. The role includes collecting and documenting patient data, assisting with personal care and mobility, collecting specimens, and performing blood glucose monitoring. The PCT follows infection-control and safety protocols, may provide continuous visual observation of patients, participates in performance improvement and risk management activities, and complies with organizational policies and standards. Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of patient care practices and equipment.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and work collaboratively within a team.
Commitment to patient confidentiality and safety protocols.
BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification required within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

0–2 years of experience in an acute care setting or current enrollment in a Nursing program.
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) certification preferred.
Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist nursing staff with delegated basic patient care and maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment.
Collect and record vital signs, height, weight, oxygen saturation, intake and output, and calorie counts; report findings to the RN, LPN, or LVN.
Assist patients with meals and feeding, bathing, oral care, grooming, linen changes, skin care, elimination, and urinary catheter care.
Assist with positioning, repositioning, dangling, ambulating, and use of mobility aids such as walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs.
Collect urine and stool samples and perform finger-stick blood glucose monitoring; document and report results to the RN, LPN, or LVN.
Communicate patient information effectively to the care team, adapt to change, and maintain professionalism.
Maintain a clean, neat, and safe environment and follow infection-control and safety protocols, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment.
Participate in performance improvement initiatives and risk management reporting, and comply with National Patient Safety Goals and Core Measures.
Maintain continuous visual observation of a patient when required, remaining with them until relieved by appropriate personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.