Evening Float Patient Care Technician

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital seeks a Patient Care Technician to assist nurses in patient care, ensure safe practices, and support unit operations. The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to core values, and collaboration with the health care team.

Qualified candidates will have a High School diploma or equivalent, PCT or CNA background, and CPR certification. Training will be provided for the PCT program within 3 months of hire, with a focus on patient comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a PCT program with at least 6 months hospital experience OR CNA with course completion in EKG & Phlebotomy and PCT certification eligible.
• BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification. (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) OR Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position.
• Must complete PCT online program within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists the professional nurse in patient care tasks.
• Maintains supplies, equipment and environment safety.
• Supports unit in Quality and Performance Improvement data collection and patient satisfaction measures.
• Communicates with patients, families and staff in a responsive and respectful manner.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

PCT program graduate

CNA certification

Tools

CPR certification

Hospital equipment handling

Job description

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital seeks a Patient Care Technician to assist nurses in patient care, ensure safe practices, and support unit operations. The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to core values, and collaboration with the health care team.

Qualified candidates will have a High School diploma or equivalent, PCT or CNA background, and CPR certification. Training will be provided for the PCT program within 3 months of hire, with a focus on patient comfort and safety.