Patient Care Technician - PCT - Observation Unit - Evenings
Core
Provides hands-on patient care, clinical monitoring, and support for activities of daily living in an observation unit under nurse supervision.
Role type
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Builds
Patient care and safety in clinical observation units
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Nursing Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, venipuncture, specimen collection, IV management, catheter care, patient monitoring, documentation, medication transport
Preferred skills
1+ years related experience, preceptor/mentorship, problem-solving
Technologies
Point-of-care testing instruments, electronic health records, clerical equipment
Responsibilities
Perform advanced dressing care, suctioning, and removal of Foley catheters; obtain blood specimens via venipuncture; assist with activities of daily living and hygiene; monitor patient condition and report changes; transport specimens and medications; process orders and coordinate patient tests; serve as a preceptor for new staff.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC