Patient Care Technician - Med/Surg (PCT)
About The Position
As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you’ll work closely with nurses to provide hands-on care and support to patients. The role includes assisting with personal hygiene, mobility, repositioning and transfers; monitoring and recording vital signs; and documenting important information in patient charts. PCTs provide compassionate care, including support for patients nearing the end of life. The role involves exposure to bodily fluids and dynamic, sensitive situations. The Medical Surgical Unit is a 23-bed unit on the fifth floor, Unit 5100, of the Midtown Campus. It cares for adult and geriatric patients with medical-surgical diagnoses, some of whom may require remote telemetry monitoring. Patients may have complications related to pneumonia, COPD or asthma exacerbations, heart failure, and viral or bacterial infections.
Requirements
- Obtain Basic Life Support: Health Care Provider certification within six months of hire.
- Successfully complete PCT classes as required by the care center or unit.
- Be 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
