Patient Care Technician-Part Time

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Baltimore (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare system as a Patient Care Technician at Franklin Square Hospital. Provide essential patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and relevant certifications. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of experience as a CNA.
• Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with ADLs and personal hygiene.
• Collect specimens and perform venipuncture/phlebotomy.
• Maintain patient comfort, privacy, and safety.

Skills

Communication

Basic Math

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our team at Franklin Square Hospital. The ideal candidate will possess basic math knowledge, strong verbal and written communication skills, and basic computer skills.

As a Patient Care Technician, you will be part of the patient-centered care team, providing direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse for assigned patients and their families/significant others. Your duties include assisting medical and nursing staff with procedures and tests, helping patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), and performing specific care activities such as specimen collection, phlebotomy, IV insertion, EKGs, and documentation.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington region, recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses." Apply today to learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:

1. Assist patients with ADLs and personal hygiene, including bathing, mouth care, dressing, skin care, positioning, feeding, ambulation, toileting, and range of motion activities.

2. Collect specimens, perform venipuncture/phlebotomy, obtain EKGs, apply telemetry monitoring, and insert/change IVs, including dressing changes and routine inspections.

3. Perform routine sterile and non-sterile treatments such as tube feedings, ostomy care, Foley catheter care, wound care, turning, positioning, postmortem care, and maintaining oxygen and traction equipment.

4. Maintain patient comfort, privacy, confidentiality, and dignity. Observe patients, respond to questions, and report changes in condition. Assist with patient examinations and procedures.

5. Ensure cleanliness and safety of patient rooms, assist with environmental services, and manage supplies. Transport patients and complete errands as needed.

Qualifications:

• Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification from the relevant authority.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• At least 12 months of experience as a CNA.
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) certification preferred.
• Experience as a care technician or in healthcare settings; student nurses in their junior or senior year are also preferred.

This position offers a hiring range of $19.17 - $33.08 per hour.