Patient Care Technician: Compassionate Hands-on Support

WVU Medicine; Weirton (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

WMCH Weirton Medical Center in Weirton, WV is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician to support licensed staff in delivering patient care. You will assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and daily rounds, while upholding safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include gathering vital signs, comforting patients, assisting with hygiene and mobility, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked unit. The role requires teamwork and adherence to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Nurse assistant or Patient Care Technician training preferred.
• Current nursing student may be considered.
• Six months of patient care tech experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows established plan of patient care.
• Assists with admission, transfer, discharge and transport of patients.
• Implements patient safety measures per RN guidance.
• Collects and records vital signs as instructed by the nurse.
• Provides comfort measures and assists with meals and basic care.
• Maintains unit cleanliness and stocking of supplies.

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Nurse assistant / Patient Care Technician training

Current Nursing Student

PCT experience (6 months)

Job description

WMCH Weirton Medical Center in Weirton, WV is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician to support licensed staff in delivering patient care. You will assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and daily rounds, while upholding safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include gathering vital signs, comforting patients, assisting with hygiene and mobility, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked unit. The role requires teamwork and adherence to hospital policies.