Patient Care Technician — Telehealth & Safety Advocate

Lehigh Valley Hospital; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in the Lehigh Valley region invites applications for a Patient Care Technician (PCT). This role provides designated direct and indirect patient care under licensed clinicians, addressing physiological, emotional, and social needs, and may collaborate with telehealth and remote providers.

The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, patient rounds, equipment readiness, and responsive call light handling.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care needs.
• Ability to complete delegated tasks within scope.
• Strong communication within interprofessional teams.
• Respectful, compassionate bedside manner with diverse patients.

Responsibilities

• Supports interprofessional team and patient/family as directed.
• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities under supervision.
• Promotes a safe patient care environment.
• Maintains supplies and equipment to ensure efficient unit operations.
• Conducts patient rounds and responds to call lights promptly.
• May support telehealth encounters with remote providers when needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Interprofessional teamwork

Effective communication

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma/GED

BLS Certification

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network in the Lehigh Valley region invites applications for a Patient Care Technician (PCT). This role provides designated direct and indirect patient care under licensed clinicians, addressing physiological, emotional, and social needs, and may collaborate with telehealth and remote providers.

The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, patient rounds, equipment readiness, and responsive call light handling.