Patient Care Technician - Surgery Oncology (PCT) - Gateway
About The Position
As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you’ll work closely with nurses to provide hands-on care and support to patients. Responsibilities include helping patients with personal hygiene, mobility, repositioning, and transfers; monitoring and recording vital signs; documenting information in patient charts; and providing compassionate support, including for patients nearing the end of life. The role involves exposure to bodily fluids and dynamic and sensitive situations. The Surgery Oncology department is a 32-bed inpatient adult comprehensive multidisciplinary unit serving general surgery and oncology patients, with remote telemetry capabilities. The unit provides pre- and post-operative care to surgery patients, as well as chemotherapy and symptom management to oncology patients. Patient rooms are private, the environment welcomes families, and treatment education is provided to patients and families to support patient-centered care.
Requirements
- Basic Life Support: Health Care Provider certification within six months of hire.
- Successfully complete PCT classes as required by the care center/unit.
- Able to safely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a high school education or equivalent (GED) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with personal hygiene, including bathing, brushing teeth, toileting, and changing linens.
- Help patients with mobility, repositioning, and transfers.
- Monitor and record vital signs.
- Document important information in patient charts.
- Provide compassionate care, including support for patients nearing the end of life.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
