Patient Care Technician: Compassionate, Hands-On Care

Mat-Su Regional Medical Center; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mat-Su Regional Medical Center in Alaska is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT). The PCT provides high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks under RN/LPN supervision and supports care by assisting with activities of daily living and ensuring a safe care environment.

The role involves collecting vital signs, assisting with meals, mobility, toileting, and documenting findings. Strong communication and teamwork are essential, with adherence to safety and infection control

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 PPE.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, risk management reporting, and compliance with National Patient Safety Goals and Core Measures.

Skills

Basic patient care knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality & safety

Job description

Mat-Su Regional Medical Center in Alaska is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT). The PCT provides high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks under RN/LPN supervision and supports care by assisting with activities of daily living and ensuring a safe care environment.

The role involves collecting vital signs, assisting with meals, mobility, toileting, and documenting findings. Strong communication and teamwork are essential, with adherence to safety and infection control