PATIENT CARE TECH- Medical Inpatient

Premier Health Partners; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Dayton, Ohio is looking for a Patient Care Technician to work part-time. In this role, you will assist nurses and doctors in caring for patients by checking vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and reporting any changes in patient conditions. A high school diploma or GED is required, and obtaining a BLS CPR certificate is essential. This is a vital role in the medical team, contributing significantly to patient care and recovery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• BLS CPR certificate must be obtained.
• Previous patient care experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Check vital signs like temperature and heartbeat.
• Assist patients with daily activities.
• Report any changes in a patient’s condition.

Skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Proficiency with computers

Good organization skills

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Position: Patient Care Tech

Department: Medical Inpatient

Shift: 7AM-7:30PM / Part-time / 24 hours per week / 48 hours per pay period

Facility: Miami Valley Hospital

A Patient Care Technician, or PCT, works with nurses and doctors to care for patients. Tasks typically include:

• Check things like temperature, heartbeat, and breathing.
• Help patients move around, get dressed, and eat.
• Collect samples like urine.
• Report any changes in a patient’s condition to a nurse.
• Assist with patient walks, hygiene, weighing patients, and vitals.

The PCT works under the supervision of a nurse, who ensures safe and correct performance of duties. The role may also involve assisting with paperwork and other tasks that help the hospital run smoothly, and is sometimes referred to as a Unit Clerk or Health Unit Coordinator (HUC).

PCTs are essential members of the healthcare team who help patients feel better and get healthy again.

Education

You'll need a high school diploma or GED.

Training

You’ll need to obtain a BLS CPR certificate. If you don’t already have it, CPR can be taught at orientation.

Experience

No previous job experience is required, but you should meet one of the following:

• Finished STNA, CNA, or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training.
• Have cared for patients in the past 5 years (e.g., taking temperature, bathing, or helping with restroom).
• Are currently in nursing school and have finished one clinical rotation.

Other Skills

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining courteous when interrupted.
• Proficiency with computers.
• Good organization skills.
• Effective communication—talking and listening well to others.
• Bonus: prior hospital experience.