Patient Care Technician

Tower Health • Pottstown, PA

25d

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician provides nursing care to patients under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse. The technician performs routine direct patient care in accordance with established policies and procedures, supporting patient safety and comfort. The role includes observing patients and reporting changes in their condition to the registered nurse, performing phlebotomy and point-of-care testing (POCT), and assisting with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, changing, light housekeeping, and taking patient vital signs.

The position is at Pottstown Hospital, a 195-bed facility offering inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical services, diagnostic and emergency care, and other health services. The hospital describes its care as compassionate, safe, and high quality, with a focus on serving patients and families in the community.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• Prior direct patient care experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse.
• Perform routine direct patient care activities according to established policies and procedures in a manner that supports patient safety and comfort.
• Observe patients and report changes in patient condition to the registered nurse.
• Perform phlebotomy and point-of-care testing (POCT).
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including general hygiene, changing, light housekeeping, and patient vital signs.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling.
• Tuition reimbursement and enhanced tuition assistance.
• Generous benefits and pay.
• Earned time off.
• Retirement savings with employer match.
• Tower Tuition Discount Program: up to 50% off for eligible employees and qualified family members who attend credit courses at Drexel University.
• Shared Governance and a Career Advancement Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED