Patient Care Technician - Full time - No Exp Needed - Paid Training

University of Rochester; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Patient Care Technicians to join their team at a community teaching hospital. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the medical field with comprehensive paid training. The role involves supporting patient care, measuring vital signs, and assisting patients with daily activities. Ideal for individuals passionate about healthcare, this position promises a rewarding experience in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values your commitment and provides the foundation for a fulfilling career in patient care.

Qualifications

• No experience needed; paid training provided.
• Must commit to 5 weeks of orientation and flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support under RN supervision.
• Measure and document patient vital signs and output.
• Transport patients and maintain unit supplies.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Measurement

EKG Performance

Patient Grooming

Behavioral Observation

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

Highland Hospital, a 261 bed community teaching hospital and affiliate of the University Of Rochester Medical Center, is recruiting for Patient Care Techs to work full time, rotating day/eve/night shifts. Qualified candidates must be available full time (36-40 hours per week) to rotate during all shifts, Monday-Friday, plus every other weekend and 50% of the holidays. No experience needed and you receive paid training! Must be able to commit to 5 weeks of orientation and able to work any shift and any day. Excellent opportunity for those looking to get into the medical field and gain hands-on patient care experience.

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) will support and provide direct patient care on the nursing unit. The PCT plays an integral role in the physical and emotional comfort of patients and their families. The PCT provides direct patient care and completes other tasks to support patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Essential duties of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Measure and document patient vital signs.
• Maintain, measure, and document output from drainage systems (urinary, gastric, wound).
• Bath, toilet, and groom patients.
• Position and turn patients.
• Recognize, document, and report physical, behavioral, and mental changes in patients.
• Re-stock and maintain unit patient care supplies.
• Patient and specimen transport.
• Perform EKGs.

Units that staff PCTs:

• Acute Care for the Elderly Unit (ACE)/Alternate Level of Care Unit (ALC) – West 4
• Cardiac Care/Stepdown Unit - West 5
• Surgical Unit - West 6
• General Medicine/Surgical Unit – West 7
• Medical/Surgical Oncology – East 5
• Orthopedics – East 6
• Neuroscience Medical/Surgical Unit – East 7
• Emergency Department / ED Observation Unit
• Medical/Surgical Observation Unit
• PACU
• Same Day Surgery

PAY RANGE: $19.50 - $25.25

*The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Auto req ID: 16146BR

City: Rochester

Area of Interest: Clinical Non-Nursing

Employment Status: Full-Time

Hours/Week: 36-40

Job Requirements:

Education:
GED or High School Diploma required for all levels.

Experience:
6 months or more direct patient care experience or a graduate of an approved CNA program preferred.