Patient Care Technician - General Surgery

Rochester Regional Health; Town of Greece (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health seeks a Patient Care Technician at Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY. This part-time role supports general surgery (Med/Surg) with direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision, focusing on comfort, hygiene, vitals, and safe ambulation.

You will assist with equipment, bedside preparation, and responsive patient support while ensuring compassionate communication and adherence to safety protocols in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18
• Associates degree required or preferred
• CNA certification or Nursing Fundamentals preferred or equivalent experience
• Excellent customer service and communication skills highly desired

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning of equipment, changes bed linens, stocks supplies and prepares rooms for admissions.
• Provide safe and competent care for patients including nutrition, skin integrity, elimination, hygiene, bathing and comfort measures.
• Performs clinical duties under RN supervision including vital signs, pulse oximetry, EKG, admissions/discharges.
• Collects and dispositions of specimens as directed.
• Communicate with patients and families with empathy and professionalism.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers and use of lift devices.
• Respond to patient call lights and requests promptly.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

Associates degree

Nursing Fundamentals (preferred)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification (preferred)

1 year experience as a medical assistant/technician (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Patient Care TechnicianDepartment: General Surgery (Med Surg)Location: Unity HospitalHours Per Week: Part TimeSchedule: Days/Evenings/Nights rotating and every other weekendSUMMARY:Provides direct or indirect patient care in accordance with treatment plans as determined/delegated by a licensed nurse. Responsible to execute tasks and skills with quality and safe care. All interactions must be aligned with the overall expectation of a positive patient experience.RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs cleaning of appropriate equipment, changing of bed linens, stocks appropriate supplies in the patient room/unit, and prepares rooms for anticipated admissions.Provide safe and competent care for patients with relationship to nutritional, skin integrity, elimination & hygiene needs including bathing, grooming, and patient comfort measures.Performs a wide variety of clinical duties under the direction/supervision of an RN. Including but not limited to patient vital signs, pulse oximetry, EKG, one to one and admission and discharge process.Perform correct procedures in the collection and disposition of some specimens.Demonstrate excellent communication skills, compassion and professionalism.Assist with safe ambulation, transferring, and demonstrates appropriate utilization of lift devices.Follows all safety initiatives for the department.Assist in post mortem care.Meets unit/department specific skills and competency expectations.Assist in timely and courteous responses to patient call lights and or any patient/family requests for assistance.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum age requirement: 18PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Associates degree.Completion of one of the following is strongly preferred: Nursing Fundamentals, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, or one year experience as a medical assistant/technician in a health related facility.Excellent customer service and communication skills highly desired.EDUCATION:LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.PAY RANGE:$19.00 - $21.00CITY:RochesterPOSTAL CODE:14626The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.