Night Shift Patient Care Tech – Post-Surgical Unit

Metro Health Corp; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health-West is seeking a Patient Care Technician in the Post-Surgical Unit for night shifts. This part-time role (0.3 FTE) involves assisting with daily living activities, hygiene, nutrition, and vital signs under RN supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, current BLS/CPR, and CENA certification or enrolled in a health science program with clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have CENA certification or be enrolled in a health science program with nursing fundamentals and/or a clinical rotation.
• Equivalent healthcare experience will be considered (e.g., Medical Assistant, EMT, Nurse Tech).
• Basic understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and patient confidentiality preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR provider required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and comfort, including bed movements and transfers.
• Support patient hygiene and nourishment, including passing trays and recording intake.
• Provide catheter care (excluding insertion/removal) and dressing changes as directed.
• Assist with postmortem care and routine patient care tasks per RN guidance.
• Take and record vital signs, weights, and basic measurements as directed.
• Operate equipment safely and assist with oxygen, suction, and massage therapies as needed.
• Apply infection control standards and dispose of biohazard waste per policy.
• Document care provided and communicate observations to the RN promptly.
• Collaborate with team and participate in unit initiatives as assigned.

Skills

BLS/CPR

CENA certification

Nursing fundamentals

Clinical rotation

Equivalent experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

University of Michigan Health-West is seeking a Patient Care Technician in the Post-Surgical Unit for night shifts. This part-time role (0.3 FTE) involves assisting with daily living activities, hygiene, nutrition, and vital signs under RN supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, current BLS/CPR, and CENA certification or enrolled in a health science program with clinical experience.