Patient Care Tech / PCT Chemotherapy

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS is hiring a day shift, full-time Chemotherapy Patient Care Tech (PCT). You will work closely with licensed nurses to deliver safe, compassionate care and support adult patients across units.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with ADLs, collecting lab specimens, and ensuring accurate documentation. A CNA/PCT certification or active enrollment is required, with BLS within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of approved CNA/PCT certification program or enrolled as a student.
• Active certification in the State of Kansas; BLS within 14 days of hire or transfer.
• 3+ years of experience in acute or long-term care settings preferred.
• Experience in Med-Surg Nursing or ER preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Technician collaborates with licensed nurses to support safe and compassionate patient care.
• Under supervision of a licensed nurse, performs delegated tasks and advanced skills for age-specific patients.
• Record data per policy, report observations and concerns, and assist with clinical and non-clinical duties.
• Obtain vital signs and assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and feeding; collect lab specimens.
• Support patient monitoring and complete unit-based competencies as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA/PCT certification program

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Chemotherapy Patient Care Tech (PCT) in Topeka, KS.

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Chemotherapy Patient Care Tech (PCT) in Topeka, KS.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT:

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Technician collaborates with licensed nurses to support the safe and compassionate delivery of patient care in a healing environment.
• Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, the PCT performs delegated tasks and demonstrates advanced skills in providing care to age‑specific patient populations.
• Responsibilities include recording data in accordance with policy, reporting patient observations and concerns, and assisting with both clinical and non‑clinical duties.
• Key tasks involve obtaining vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and feeding, collecting lab specimens, and supporting patient monitoring.
• In addition to proficiency in general areas of practice, the PCT completes advanced unit‑based competencies and skill validations, enabling them to perform their job functions as assigned

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of approved CNA/PCT certification program or enrolled as a student with less than one semester left in an approved certification program or 6 months of previous experience in a specialty tech position.
• Must maintain active certification in the State of Kansas.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in acute or long‑term care settings.
• Experience in Med‑Surg Nursing or Emergency Room (ER) departments.