Patient Care Tech / PCT ER

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS is seeking an evening shift, full-time Emergency Department Patient Care Tech. You will work with licensed nurses to deliver safe, compassionate patient care and perform delegated duties under supervision.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, CNA/PCT certification or current student status, active Kansas certification, and BLS within 14 days of hire. Preferred: 3+ years in acute or ER settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of approved CNA/PCT certification program or enrollment with less than one semester remaining, or 6 months of related tech experience.
• For emergency rooms, EMT Basic or paramedic may substitute for CNA/PCT certification.
• Must maintain active Kansas certification and BLS within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Technician collaborates with licensed nurses to support safe, compassionate patient care.
• Under supervision, performs delegated tasks and advanced skills in age-specific patient care.
• Records data per policy, reports observations and concerns, and assists with clinical and non-clinical duties.
• Obtains vital signs, assists with ADLs (bathing, dressing, feeding), collects lab specimens, and supports monitoring.
• Completes unit-based competencies and skill validations as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

ADLs assistance

Patient care

Data recording

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA/PCT certification program

Active Kansas certification

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Join our team as an evening shift, full-time, Emergency Department Patient Care Tech in Topeka, KS.

Overview

Join our team as an evening shift, full-time, Emergency Department Patient Care Tech 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.
• 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.
• Completes advanced unit-based competencies and skill validations, enabling them to perform their job functions as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 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.
  • For emergency room departments, an EMT Basic certification or paramedic license may substitute for CNA/PCT certification
• 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.