Patient Care Technician: Phlebotomy & POCT Focus

Tower Health; West Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Tower Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Reading, PA. You will provide nursing care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse and perform routine direct patient care in a safe, policy-guided manner.

You will observe patients, report changes to RNs, and perform skills such as phlebotomy and POCT. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• High School Diploma or GED
• BLS Certification required or preferred; PA Nurse Aide Certification if assigned to TSU

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse.
• Perform routine direct patient care activities following established policies and procedures.
• Observe patients and report changes in condition to the registered nurse.
• Perform skills including phlebotomy and point of care testing (POCT).

Skills

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

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Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification

Nurse Aide Certification (PA TSU)

Job description

Tower Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Reading, PA. You will provide nursing care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse and perform routine direct patient care in a safe, policy-guided manner.

You will observe patients, report changes to RNs, and perform skills such as phlebotomy and POCT. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.