Patient Care Technician (Full Time/First Shift)

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo seeks a Patient Care Technician (Full Time, First Shift) to support nurses and therapists, transport patients, and help keep clinic flow smooth. This role offers hands-on clinical exposure and a path toward nursing or other healthcare careers.

Starting hourly rate is $18.55 with opportunities for growth and a collaborative team environment focused on compassionate patient care and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1 year of full-time direct patient experience.
• HD or GED with 3 years of full-time experience in a healthcare setting.
• HD or GED with 3 years of full-time face-to-face customer service experience.
• Matriculation in a Nursing Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses and therapists with direct and indirect patient care.
• Safely transport patients throughout the organization.
• Pick up and deliver X-rays, supplies, scans, mail, and other materials.
• Support smooth and efficient patient flow within the clinic.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and patient-centered care environment.

Skills

Direct patient care

Patient transport

X-ray delivery

Care team support

Quality assurance

Safety & organization

Education

HS Diploma or GED + 1 year patient care

HS Diploma or GED + 3 years healthcare

HS Diploma or GED + 3 years customer service

Nursing program enrollment

Job description

Title

Patient Care Technician (Full Time/First Shift)

Job Type

Regular

Company

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department

Ambulatory Services - Float Pool

Time Type

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

Fte

1

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary

Start Your Nursing or Healthcare Career at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center! Are you looking to launch or grow your career in healthcare while making a meaningful difference every day? Join Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, where compassionate care, innovation, and education come together. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is an essential part of the care team, working closely with nurses and therapists to support patients throughout their care journey. This role offers valuable clinical exposure and is ideal for individuals exploring or beginning a long term career in nursing or healthcare.

What You’ll Do

• Assist nurses and therapists with direct and indirect patient care
• Safely transport patients throughout the organization
• Pick up and deliver x rays, supplies, scans, mail, and other materials
• Support smooth and efficient patient flow within the clinic
• Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement activities
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and patient centered care environment

Compensation

• Starting hourly rate: $18.55

Why This Role Is Right for You

• Gain hands on clinical experience in a supportive healthcare setting
• Build a strong foundation for nursing school or other healthcare careers
• Learn alongside experienced nurses and multidisciplinary teams
• Be part of a mission driven organization making a difference in patient care
• Join a workplace that values learning, teamwork, and professional growth

No matter where you are in your career journey - Roswell Park offers a welcoming environment to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.

Learn More About Our Nursing Program

https://www.roswellpark.org/careers/nursing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time direct patient experience; or
• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma and the equivalent of three (3) years of full-time experience in a healthcare setting; or
• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma and the equivalent of three (3) years of full-time face-to-face customer service experience; or
• Matriculation in a Nursing Program.

Note

Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual's relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Historical Compensation Information Statement

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at [phone] or via email at [e-mail].