Patient Care Technician

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct patient care at Franklin Square Hospital. In this role, you will assist medical staff and support patients with daily living activities, maintaining comfort and safety. A rewarding career awaits at one of the largest healthcare systems in the region.

Qualifications

• 12 months of experience as a CNA required.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) preferred.
• Experience as a care technician or in healthcare settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with ADLs and personal hygiene.
• Collect specimens and perform venipuncture/phlebotomy.
• Document patient intake/output and vital signs accurately.

Skills

Basic math knowledge

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Phlebotomy techniques

Job description

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our team at Franklin Square Hospital. The ideal candidate will have basic math knowledge, verbal/written communication skills, and basic computer skills.

As a Patient Care Technician, you will work as part of the patient-centered care team to provide direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse for assigned patients and their families/significant others. You will assist medical and nursing staff with procedures and tests, and support patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Responsibilities include specimen collection, phlebotomy, IV insertion, EKG, and documentation in the health record. Duties may vary depending on the work area and patient needs.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington region, recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses." Apply today to learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:

1. Assist patients with ADLs and personal hygiene, including bathing, mouth care, dressing, skin care, positioning, feeding, ambulation, toileting, and range of motion activities.

2. Assist with patient mobilization, use of mobility aids, and transfer/transport of patients.

3. Collect specimens, perform venipuncture/phlebotomy, obtain EKGs, apply telemetry monitoring, and insert/maintain IVs and dressings. Document patient intake/output and vital signs accurately.

4. Perform routine sterile and non-sterile treatments such as tube feedings, ostomy care, Foley catheter care/removal, wound care, turning/positioning, postmortem care, and equipment maintenance.

5. Maintain patient comfort, privacy, confidentiality, and dignity. Observe patients, respond to questions, and report changes in condition. Assist in CPR when needed.

6. Ensure cleanliness and safety of patient environment, assist with environmental services, and manage supplies. Transport patients and complete errands such as specimen delivery.

Qualifications:

• Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification from the relevant authority.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• 12 months of experience as a CNA.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification preferred.
• Experience as a care technician or in healthcare settings; student nurses in final year preferred.

This position offers a hiring range of $19.17 - $33.08.