Patient Care Technician II, Emergency Dept, Rotating, (Queenstown)

University of Maryland Medical System; Mount Rainier (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical system in Maryland is seeking a Patient Care Technician II for the Emergency Department. The role involves providing essential patient care under nursing supervision, ensuring safety, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, CNA or GNA certification, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care including vital signs and dressing checks.
• Documents activities of daily living and vital signs.
• Assists with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork and interpersonal skills

Organizational ability

Computer proficiency

Proper clinical technique and aseptic skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maryland CNA or GNA certification

BLS certification

Job description

Patient Care Technician II, Emergency Dept, Rotating, (Queenstown)

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Company Description
The University of Maryland Medical System is a 14-hospital system providing academic, community, and specialty medical services across Maryland and beyond. We are a regional referral center for trauma, cancer, neurocare, cardiac care, women’s and children’s health, and physical rehabilitation. UMMS is a major employer in Maryland, offering diverse clinical experiences, support, and professional growth opportunities.

Job Description
FULL TIME
11:00a-11:30p & 7:00a-7:30p
Under the supervision of nursing staff, provides direct patient care including vital signs, dressing checks, assistance with activities of daily living, blood draws, and specimen collection. Observes patient status, communicates needs, and collaborates with the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing testing and managing patient care based on findings.
• Documenting activities of daily living and vital signs.
• Assisting with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Ensuring patient safety and maintaining a clean, organized environment.
• Providing post-mortem care and wound care as delegated.
• Performing blood glucose monitoring, venipuncture, nasal swabs, and IV placement.
• Operating EKG machines and assisting with enteral feeding and respiratory therapies.
• Supporting patient comfort, safety, and flow of care.
• Participating in patient rounding and responding to alarms.

Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Maryland CNA or GNA certification
- 1+ year experience preferred
- BLS certification required

Skills & Abilities:
- Effective communication
- Teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Organizational ability
- Computer proficiency
- Proper clinical technique and aseptic skills

Additional Information
All information is confidential. Compensation ranges from $19.50 to $27.31 per hour, with possible shift differentials. Review the UMMS Benefits Guide for details. Beware of phishing scams impersonating UMMS recruiters; we will never ask for banking or personal info via email.