Patient Care Technician I - Surgical IMC

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation seeks a Patient Care Technician I - Surgical IMC to deliver direct patient care under licensed nursing supervision. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, monitoring dressings, collecting specimens, drawing blood, and assisting with daily living activities while documenting patient status and communicating with the care team.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or equivalent, Maryland CNA or GNA certification, and a current

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Maryland CNA or GNA certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure.
• Proficiency with computer systems for documentation.
• Ability to accurately obtain and document blood glucose results.
• Capable of performing delegated nursing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care under supervision of licensed staff.
• Obtain vital signs and monitor dressings and wound care.
• Perform blood draws and collect specimen samples.
• Assist with activities of daily living (feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting, transfers).
• Document patient status and collaborate with care team.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges; ensure safety.
• Respond to patient alarms and maintain safe clinical environment.
• Oversee patient rooms, supplies, and participate in hourly rounding.
• Perform blood glucose monitoring and manage catheter care as needed.
• Provide post-mortem care and patient flow support when required.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Prioritize tasks

Computer systems proficiency

Blood glucose monitoring

Education

Maryland CNA or GNA certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Requirements

Under the supervision of licensed nursing staff, the Patient Care Technician I - Surgical IMC delivers direct patient care, including obtaining vital signs, assessing surgical dressings, performing blood draws, and collecting specimen samples. This position supports activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting, and transferring, while accurately documenting patient status and collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team. Key responsibilities encompass assisting with admissions, transfers, and discharges, ensuring patient safety and comfort, managing wound and catheter care, conducting blood glucose monitoring, and promptly responding to patient alarms. The technician maintains a safe clinical environment, oversees patient rooms and supplies, participates in hourly rounding, and complies with safety protocols and cost-effective practices to enhance patient outcomes. Additional duties include providing post-mortem care, specimen collection, orthopedic device care, and facilitating patient flow, with all tasks performed in accordance with established standards and under professional supervision.

Work Experience

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or 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 competence in prioritizing tasks and performing effectively under pressure. Furthermore, candidates should be proficient in utilizing computer systems, adept at accurately obtaining and documenting blood glucose results, and capable of executing delegated nursing tasks that address the diverse needs of the patient population served.