Patient Care Tech (PCT) / 4MW-TCU Med Surge Unit

Premier Health Partners; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Premier Health Partners at Miami Valley Hospital is seeking a Part-time Patient Care Technician to support the 4 MW Med/Surg team.

You will assist with vital signs, mobility, daily activities, and basic patient care under the supervision of a nurse, while maintaining safety and documentation standards.

Experience with collecting samples (e.g., urine) and good communication skills are valued as you help patients feel comfortable and recover.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of STNA or CNA training or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training.
• Direct patient care experience within the last five years with vital signs and direct patient care activities.
• Currently enrolled in nursing school with at least one clinical rotation.

Responsibilities

• Check vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and respiration.
• Assist patients with mobility, dressing, and feeding.
• Collect samples such as urine.
• Report changes in a patient’s condition to a nurse.
• Assist with ADLs and other tasks to support patient care.

Skills

Vital signs

Mobility assistance

ADLs

Documentation

Communication with patients

Weighing patients

Urine collection

Education

High school diploma or GED

STNA/CNA training

Direct patient care experience (last 5 years)

Nursing school with clinical rotation

Job description

Department: 4 MW Med/Surg

Shift: 7:00 pm-7:30 am Part-time 24 hours a week, 48 hours per pay period

Facility: Miami Valley Hospital

They collaborate with nurses and doctors to provide personalized care for patients. They can:

• Check vital signs, such as temperature, heartbeat, and breathing.
• Help patients move around, get dressed, and eat.
• Report any changes in a patient's condition to a nurse.
• Walks, ADLs, Weighing Patients; Vitals

Position: Patient Care Tech

Department: 4 MW Med/Surg

Shift: 7:00 pm-7:30 am Part-time 24 hours a week, 48 hours per pay period

Facility: Miami Valley Hospital

They collaborate with nurses and doctors to provide personalized care for patients. They can:

• Check vital signs, such as 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.
• Walks, ADLs, Weighing Patients; Vitals

The PCT works under the supervision of a nurse, who ensures they are performing tasks safely and correctly. Sometimes, the PCT may also be referred to as a Patient Care Technician/Unit Clerk (PCT/HUC). Like HUC, they assist with the paperwork and other tasks that keep the hospital running smoothly, which also helps patients receive the best care possible.

So, even though PCTs don't wear capes, they are essential members of the healthcare team who help patients feel better and recover their health.

Education:

You'll need a high school diploma or GED.

Successful Completion Of One Of The Following

• Completion of previous STNA or CNA training or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training.
• Direct patient care experience within the last five years: Performing fundamental skills of vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) & direct patient care activities, ie Bathing, turning/positioning, toileting
• Currently enrolled in nursing school and have completed at least one clinical rotation.
• Special Consideration: If the candidate has previous direct patient care experience, they may be excused from fundamental training (BCOP) upon completion of successful skills validation. This is instead of the above requirements. **

Other Skills

• You can handle doing many things simultaneously, even when people interrupt you, and still be nice.
• You know how to use a computer.
• You're good at organizing things.
• You can talk and listen well to others.
• Bonus points: You've worked in a hospital before.