Patient Care Technician I, Multitrauma ICU

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation seeks a Patient Care Technician I to support direct patient care under licensed supervision. You will obtain vitals, assist with ADLs, perform phlebotomy, monitor glucose, and support wound care and device management.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential as you contribute to patient safety, admissions, discharges, and efficient patient flow in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maryland CNA or GNA certification.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care under supervision of licensed nursing personnel.
• Obtain vital signs and monitor patient status.
• Assist with activities of daily living and patient transfers.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect specimen samples.
• Monitor blood glucose and respond to alarms.
• Support wound care and orthopedic device management.
• Maintain patient environments and supplies.
• Communicate patient needs to the care team.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Wound care

Blood glucose testing

ADLs assistance

Patient assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Safety protocols

EMR systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maryland CNA/GNA certification

BLS certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Requirements

Under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel, the Patient Care Technician I delivers direct patient care, including obtaining vital signs, assessing surgical dressings, assisting with activities of daily living, performing phlebotomy, and collecting specimen samples. This position requires careful observation and communication of patient status to accurately identify needs and facilitate appropriate care, working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure patient safety and comfort. Additional responsibilities include supporting patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, maintaining patient environments and supplies, providing wound care and management of orthopedic devices, monitoring blood glucose levels, and promptly responding to patient alarms. The technician consistently adheres to established safety protocols, promotes cost-effective care practices, and actively contributes to optimizing patient flow, while performing other duties as assigned.

Work Experience

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or its equivalent, possess current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA), and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Although prior experience is not mandatory, preference will be given to candidates with direct patient care experience in a healthcare setting. Successful applicants will exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills, demonstrate the ability to foster effective interpersonal relationships and collaborate within a team, and show proficiency in prioritizing tasks and managing multiple responsibilities under pressure. Furthermore, candidates should be capable of learning and utilizing computer systems, accurately performing blood glucose testing and documentation, and effectively executing delegated nursing tasks that address the diverse needs of patients.