Patient Care Technician (Med Surg) — Vital Signs & Mobility

Tampa General Hospital; Crystal River (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Med Surg unit. The role involves direct and indirect patient care under licensed nursing staff supervision, focusing on comfort, safety, and basic nursing functions.

Responsibilities include gathering and recording patient data, assisting with activities of daily living, and supporting the care team to ensure a clean, organized, and safe environment. BLS certification is required; no prior experience needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• BLS certification through Red Cross or American Heart Association is required.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Records initial and ongoing patient information (vital signs, intake/output).
• Assists with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Maintains clean, safe patient care environment per hospital policies.
• Follows infection control and safety procedures.
• Documents patient information in EHR.

Skills

Medical terminology

Vital signs

Patient mobility

Infection control

EHR data entry

Anatomy basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Med Surg unit. The role involves direct and indirect patient care under licensed nursing staff supervision, focusing on comfort, safety, and basic nursing functions.

Responsibilities include gathering and recording patient data, assisting with activities of daily living, and supporting the care team to ensure a clean, organized, and safe environment. BLS certification is required; no prior experience needed.