Patient Care Tech I: Vital Signs, Wound Care & Team Support

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Patient Care Technician I to provide direct patient care under licensed supervision. This role includes taking vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, phlebotomy, and specimen collection, while ensuring patient safety and documentation accuracy.

Responsibilities also include supporting admissions, transfers, and discharges, wound care, glucose testing, and maintaining a safe, organized clinical area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Maryland CNA or GNA certification and BLS required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to learn and use computer systems and documentation.
• No prior experience required, but preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care under supervision.
• Obtain vital signs and assist with activities of daily living.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect specimens.
• Support admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Monitor patient safety and respond to alarms.
• Maintain clean, organized clinical environment.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

ADLs assistance

Wound care

Blood glucose testing

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

CNA or GNA certification

BLS certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Patient Care Technician I to provide direct patient care under licensed supervision. This role includes taking vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, phlebotomy, and specimen collection, while ensuring patient safety and documentation accuracy.

Responsibilities also include supporting admissions, transfers, and discharges, wound care, glucose testing, and maintaining a safe, organized clinical area.