Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Cardiac Telemetry

University of Maryland Medical System; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small cohesive team

Comprehensive benefits

Paid annual leave

Dependent care reimbursement

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive salary

Job summary

UM Capital Region Medical Center, affiliated with the University of Maryland Medical System, is seeking a Patient Care Technician for its Largo, MD campus. The role supports nursing staff with routine patient care and vital signs, within a progressive, state-of-the-art facility.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, paid annual leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for career growth within UMMS. CNA certification and BLS-HCP are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Maryland CNA certification in good standing.
• BLS Health Care Provider certification required.
• Equivalent training: NLN nursing program year 1, RN/LPN or EMT-B may apply.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care with routine, non‑professional nursing tasks.
• Take and report vital signs; observe changes in patient conditions.
• Provide care under supervision consistent with CNA guidelines.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Medical terminology

Education

Maryland CNA certification

NLN-approved nursing program (first clinical year) or RN/LPN program or EMT-B

Job description

Job Requirements

Full Time

Day Shift

At UM Capital Region Medical Center, were about to ChangeUP everything with the opening of our new hospital in 2021!

Located in Largo in the heart of Prince Georges County, our new state‑of‑the‑art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince Georges County residents.

Were looking for a Patient Care Technician to join our extraordinary Team at University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center. Our affiliation with the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) has created a number of new career pathways and makes this the perfect time for you to join our team.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with a small, cohesive team of experienced professionals
• A comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental coverage including prescription drug coverage.
• Great Work Life Balance: You will accrue paid annual leave; we offer dependent care reimbursement, short/long term disability and an employee assistant program.
• Competitive salary
• Educational Assistance: We support your continuing education and career advancement by offering tuition reimbursement.

Position Summary

Assists in the care of patients by providing routine, non‑professional nursing care utilizing advanced medical and surgical skills typically beyond the Nursing Assistant level. Takes patients' vital signs, observes and communicates changes in patient conditions. Requires CNA certification.

Work Experience

Equivalent to a High School diploma or GED

Maryland certification in good standing as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Alternative training: Completion of first clinical year of NLN-approved nursing program, graduate of an approved RN or LPN program, or EMT-B or Armed Forces Corpsman.

Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

Basic knowledge and working experience with Medical Terminology

Benefits

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

• Pay Range:$17.17 - $29.90
• Other Compensation (if applicable):
• Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide