Patient Care Technician PRN

Surgery Partners•McKinney, TX

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) assists with patient care throughout the Inpatient Unit and completes delegated tasks within the scope of the role, including obtaining vital signs, safely transporting patients, and documenting services provided. The PCT also observes patients assessed as needing constant observation to maximize their safety and may perform general receptionist and clerical duties to support efficient nursing-unit operations. The role involves Category I exposure to bloodborne pathogens, frequent exposure to chemical hazards, and possible exposure to radiation hazards.

Requirements

Current Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant certification is required.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of two years of patient care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Observe and report patients’ status and needs.
Answer call lights and attend to or report patient needs.
Obtain specimens and transport them to the lab when necessary.
Transfer, move, reposition, and assist patients with ambulation.
Monitor and record patients’ vital signs.
Assist physicians and nurses during medical examinations and treatment.
Make occupied and unoccupied beds.
Maintain current knowledge and certification requirements.
Attend required safety training and understand responsibilities related to general, department/service, and job-specific safety hazards.
Treat patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees with dignity and respect, maintaining a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Provide constant observation for patients assessed as requiring it.
Perform general receptionist and clerical duties as needed to facilitate efficient nursing-unit operations.