Certified Patient Care Technician

AdventHealth; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave (4 weeks)

Job summary

AdventHealth in Florida seeks a patient care technician to join a dynamic clinical team. You will assist nurses, perform procedures, and support patient care across age groups in a fast-paced acute care setting.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; 1+ year PCT experience is preferred. The role requires teamwork, effective communication, and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year PCT experience preferred.
• Bedside patient care in acute care settings or similar roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatments per policy, delivering patient care appropriate to age and condition.
• Respond appropriately to clinical emergencies.
• Support quality initiatives and performance improvement activities.
• Follow isolation guidelines and PPE usage; maintain safety standards.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn and upgrade skills.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and care team.
• Maintain a clean, safe patient environment; assist in nursing care under RN supervision.
• Document procedures accurately per department policy.
• Assist in taking nursing histories and report abnormalities.
• Identify patient needs and assist accordingly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Address

2100 OCOEE APOPKA RD

City

APOPKA

State

Florida

Postal Code

32703

Job Description

• Performs treatments according to policy and procedure, providing patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture.
• Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies.
• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports quality standards and initiatives.
• Follows prescribed isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of protective equipment, performs handwashing according to policy, and enforces safety regulations.
• Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrades skills continuously.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Assists in the delivery of patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Documents and reports all procedures in accordance with department policy.
• Participates in obtaining a nursing history and reports abnormalities to the registered nurse.
• Assists in identifying patient needs
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience

• 1+ applicable PCT experience [Preferred]
• Previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary, monitor technician, or equivalent medical experience [Preferred]

Licenses And Certifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Required] OR NHA Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) [Required] OR NCCT Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) [Required] OR AMCA Patient Care Technician Certification (PCT-C) [Required] OR Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

Please click the link below to view work requirements. Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Pay Range

$16.02 - $25.63

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.