Patient Care Tech-UMMC

104 United Memorial Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Batavia, NY is hiring a Patient Care Technician. The role provides direct patient care under RN supervision, supports unit operations, and ensures patient comfort and safety. Shift coverage includes evenings, nights and weekends as listed.

Requirements include minimum age 18, CNA or Nursing Fundamentals or related training, and an Associate degree. Strong communication and customer service are essential to support patients and families.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18.
• One of Nursing Fundamentals, CNA certification, medical assistant/technician experience, or PCC training program.
• Associates degree.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support unit functioning.
• Participate as a member of the care delivery team.
• Assist with nutrition, hygiene, and skin care needs of patients.
• Take vitals: temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, pain level.
• Communicate with patients and families with compassion and clarity.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, and bed mobility.
• Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.
• Perform clerical duties such as chart transcription and maintenance.

Skills

Nursing fundamentals

CNA certification

Medical assistant/technician

Customer service

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Job Title: Patient Care Technician Department: Medsurg-Ransom Location: UMMC Hours Per Week: 36 hours Schedule: Evening/Nights/Weekends

SUMMARY

Provides direct or indirect patient care in accordance with treatment plans as determined/delegated by a licensed nurse or RN. Assists with tasks necessary for the general management and organization of the patient care unit, being flexible meeting patient and/or unit needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct patient care & indirect activities to facilitate unit functioning.
• Participates as a member of the care delivery team.
• Provide safe and competent care for patients with relationship to nutritional, skin integrity, elimination & hygiene needs including bathing, grooming and changing bed linens.
• Take patient vital signs including temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and pain level.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, compassion and any other kind of support needed for the patient and patient family members.
• Demonstrates exceptional communication with the members of the care delivery team modeling teamwork for other team members.
• Assist with ambulation, feeding, transferring or lifting of patients.
• Assist with the admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
• May also perform clerical duties including transcription & maintenance of patient charts.
• Assists patient with mobility, such as sitting, standing, and walking.
• (Cath lab only) - Stocks rooms, may handle meds, sharps and syringes on the OR field.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age requirement: 18

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of one of the following: Nursing Fundamentals, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, experience as a medical assistant/technician in a health related facility or participation in a Patient Care Technician training program.
• Associates degree
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$19.00 - $21.00

CITY

Batavia

POSTAL CODE

14020

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Rochester Regional Health

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.