Pediatric Patient Care Tech – Oncology Unit

Children's National Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 29,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC seeks a Patient Care Technician to join its Hematology/Oncology unit. Under RN supervision, you will perform basic nursing care, monitor patients, and support patient flow.

You’ll work with a multidisciplinary team, complete vital signs, ADLs, documentation, and infection control tasks, while prioritizing safety and family-centered care. The role requires CNA/EMT/CPCT certification and BLS.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) is required.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) is required.
• 1 year in a healthcare setting is preferred, ideally pediatrics.
• One semester clinical experience completed at an accredited school of nursing or military corpsman training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admission tasks and orient families to call lights and monitors.
• Perform vital signs, measurements and routine bedside care.
• Support daily living activities and nutrition per orders.
• Document in nursing systems and communicate changes to RN.
• Assist with patient flow, room preparation, and discharge readiness.
• Maintain infection control practices and safe environment.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Aseptic technique

Vital signs

BLS certification

CNA/EMT/CPCT certification

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nursing clinical experience (preferred)

Job description

Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC seeks a Patient Care Technician to join its Hematology/Oncology unit. Under RN supervision, you will perform basic nursing care, monitor patients, and support patient flow.

You’ll work with a multidisciplinary team, complete vital signs, ADLs, documentation, and infection control tasks, while prioritizing safety and family-centered care. The role requires CNA/EMT/CPCT certification and BLS.