Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Wheeling Hospital; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Wheeling Hospital in Wheeling, WV seeks a patient care technician to provide nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision. You will support admissions, transfers and routine care while recording vitals and aiding with hygiene.

The role requires strong communication with the nursing team and adherence to infection control practices. Responsibilities include assisting with specimen collection, preparing patients for exams, and helping with administrative tasks to ensure

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Must have one of: national PCT, WVUM PCT program, or CNA certification.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report patient concerns to a RN immediately.
• Assist RN with admission, transfer, discharge and routine care.
• Record vital signs; assist with hygiene and comfort.
• Assist in specimen collection and related tasks.
• Maintain clean, safe environment to prevent infections.
• Report equipment repairs to appropriate personnel promptly.
• Prepare patients for examinations per dept procedures.
• Communicate nutrition issues to RN when needed.
• Support department operations with admin tasks.
• Answer call bells and relay messages to appropriate staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Adapt to changing environments

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days

Nationally certified patient care technician / WVUM PCT program / CNA certification

Job description

Wheeling Hospital in Wheeling, WV seeks a patient care technician to provide nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision. You will support admissions, transfers and routine care while recording vitals and aiding with hygiene.

The role requires strong communication with the nursing team and adherence to infection control practices. Responsibilities include assisting with specimen collection, preparing patients for exams, and helping with administrative tasks to ensure