Patient Care Technician — Acute Care Support

CHS Career Site; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Patient Care Technician position supports high-quality, patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision. The PCT assists with activities of daily living, collects data, maintains safety, and communicates effectively within the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, mobility assistance, basic monitoring, and adherence to infection control protocols. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and flexible response to patient needs.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or CPCT preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in delivering care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Record vital signs, intake/output, and report findings to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Assist with meals, bathing, grooming, and basic activities of daily living.
• Position patients, assist mobility, and use walkers or wheelchairs as needed.
• Collect urine/stool samples and perform finger-stick glucose monitoring.
• Communicate patient information effectively to the care team.
• Adhere to infection control and PPE protocols; support performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Patient care basics

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Confidentiality & safety

Job description

The Patient Care Technician position supports high-quality, patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision. The PCT assists with activities of daily living, collects data, maintains safety, and communicates effectively within the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, mobility assistance, basic monitoring, and adherence to infection control protocols. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and flexible response to patient needs.