Patient Care Technician (Certified)

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc. in Tulsa seeks a Patient Care Technician to provide direct patient care under licensed staff, performing basic nursing tasks and observing patients' conditions.

The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and adherence to unit policies while supporting patient safety and comfort. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, AUA certification, and 0–6 months of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• PCTs must have Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) Certification through the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
• 0–6 months related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care to an assigned group of patients using basic skills.
• Document data, vital signs, I&O, and treatments accurately and timely.
• Assist with activities of daily living and environmental tasks.
• Transport patients, supplies, equipment, and specimens as needed.
• Participate in unit/in-services and assist with safety and quality initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Full Time Days M-F, with occasional Sundays, Day Shift

Job Summary: Under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel, provides patient care to an assigned group of patients, utilizing basic skills and knowledge. Observes and reports patient's condition, activities, and needs to licensed nurse accurately and in a timely manner. Documents data according to unit/department/hospital policy.

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification

Patient Care Technicians (PCT's) are required to have Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) Certification through the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.

Work Experience

0 - 6 months related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must have good interpersonal skills, good communication skills & excellent team working abilities.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Provides patient care to an assigned group of patients, utilizing basic skills and knowledge. Performs procedural tasks and assists ADL, considering patient's age and cultural/psychosocial factors. Observes and reports patient's condition, activities, and needs to licensed nurse accurately and in a timely manner. Demonstrates specialty skills and knowledge appropriate to patient population. Correctly performs technical procedures listed on the unit specific skills checklist as delegated by the Licensed Nurse. Documents data according to unit/hospital policy. Records treatments or procedures performed legibly and accurately. Records I & O's, vital signs, and other data promptly. Supports unit/hospital goals through PI and educational activities. Attends mandatory in-services and meets unit educational standards. Accurately completes variance reports. Modifies behaviors or performance to comply with care standards and unit requirements. Performs environmental activities to maintain a clean and orderly patient room/unit. Completes assigned unit duties. Performs housekeeping duties as assigned. Transports patients, food, supplies, equipment, and specimens as necessary.

Decision Making

Independent judgment in making minor decisions where alternatives are limited and standard policies/protocols have been established.

Working Relationships

Works directly with patients and/or customers. Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.

Special Job Dimensions

None.

Supplemental Information

This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.

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EOE Protected Veterans/Disability

Saint Francis is a Catholic, not-for-profit Health system based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We are the largest private employer in Eastern Oklahoma with over 12,000 employees, including 1,000 physicians. The health system is anchored by the 1,112-bed Saint Francis Hospital, the largest hospital in Oklahoma and the 11th largest in the nation. Our system also includes hospitals in south Tulsa, Muskogee and Vinita, as well as 110 Warren Clinic locations from Monkey Island to McAlester, northeastern Oklahoma's only children's hospital, a level IV neonatal intensive care unit, a 168-bed heart hospital, and Tulsa's leading trauma and emergency center.