Patient Care Technician

Alliancehealth-Durant; Durant (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

AllianceHealth-Durant in Durant, OK is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nurses and provide high-quality, patient-centered care. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, data collection, feeding and mobility, and ensuring a safe, organized environment.

The PCT will document vital signs, assist with glucose monitoring, and communicate patient information to the care team while following infection control and PPE protocols.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a nursing program preferred.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support certification within 90 days of hire preferred or required

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff in delivering care and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment.
• Collects and records patient data including vital signs, height, weight, and intake/output, reporting findings to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Supports patients with meals, personal care, grooming, mobility, and activities of daily living.
• Assists with patient positioning, ambulation, and use of mobility aids.
• Collects samples and performs glucose monitoring, documenting results.
• Communicates patient information effectively to the care team and adheres to safety protocols.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and safety/goals.
• Maintains regular attendance and complies with all policies.

Skills

Basic patient care

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

PPE awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks in alignment with the PCT's training and the department's needs. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (LVN at Texas facilities), the PCT supports patient care by assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe and organized care environment, and ensuring effective communication within the healthcare team.

Essential Functions

• Assists nursing staff in delivering care, performing delegated basic patient care services, and ensuring a clean, safe, and well-organized environment.
• Collects and records patient data, including vital signs, height, weight, oxygen saturation, intake/output, and calorie counts, reporting findings to the RN/LPN/LVN.
• Supports patients with meals, feeding, bathing, oral care, grooming, linen changes, skin care, elimination assistance, and urinary catheter care.
• Assists with patient positioning, repositioning, dangling, ambulating, and using mobility aids such as walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs.
• Collects urine and stool samples and performs blood glucose monitoring via finger sticks, documenting and reporting results to the RN/LPN/LVN.
• Communicates patient information effectively to the care team, adapts to change, and maintains professionalism in all interactions.
• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to infection control and safety protocols, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, risk management reporting, and compliance with National Patient Safety Goals and Core Measures.
• May be required to maintain continuous visual observation of the patient and remains with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of patient care practices and equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work collaboratively within a team.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to safety protocols.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or
• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) preferred

Job Info

• Job Identification 164885
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/16/2026, 03:45 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 1800 W University Blvd, Durant, OK, 74701, US