Patient Care Technician – Complex Rehab Unit

Shepherd Center; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepherd Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide direct, compassionate care for patients in collaboration with registered nurses. The role emphasizes observation, timely communication, patient comfort, and assistance with activities of daily living in a hospital setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills, and a willingness to grow professionally through on-the-job training and onboarding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No professional certifications required.
• Hospital or long-term care experience; or nursing school students with one semester of clinical instruction, LPN, or equivalent experience.
• Basic computer skills and ability to provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Strong communication, adaptability, and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal direct care for patients in collaboration with the RN.
• Observes and communicates changes in patient condition to the RN and responds to emergencies.
• Assists with patient dining and self-care activities and daily living tasks.
• Documents observations clearly and maintains patient records per policy.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA rules.
• Participates in staff recruitment and onboarding as applicable.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shepherd Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide direct, compassionate care for patients in collaboration with registered nurses. The role emphasizes observation, timely communication, patient comfort, and assistance with activities of daily living in a hospital setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills, and a willingness to grow professionally through on-the-job training and onboarding.