Pulse- patient care Tech- CVICU

multicare; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Pulse Heart Institute, a MultiCare-affiliated program in the Tacoma region, seeks a Patient Care Technician to deliver nursing support and handle patient transport and clerical tasks. You will develop bedside care skills and work with clinicians to ensure quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and compassionate care for diverse patient populations within a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• MA-Registered Certification Eligible; apply within seven days of hire.
• Must obtain MA-Registered Certification within sixty days of hire.
• Nursing Assistant Certification/Licensure.
• MA-P credential may be accepted in lieu of MA-R.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Recent bedside care experience in a health care environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and support as part of the patient care team.
• Assist in transportation of patients and perform clerical functions.
• Apply strong interpersonal skills when caring for diverse patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare practitioners for quality care.

Skills

Bedside care

Interpersonal skills

Clerical tasks

Nursing support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MA-Registered Certification Eligible

Nursing Assistant Certification/Licensure

MA-P credential acceptable in lieu of MA-R

Job description

About Pulse Heart Institute

MultiCare's Pulse Heart Institute is a physician led institute with multi-specialty partnership with Cardiothoracic surgery, vascular and cardiovascular service lines. Our team and state-of-the-art programs create a world-class health care organization and the destination center for cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care with complex structural heart disease and interventions, advanced heart failure service as well as advanced imaging with cutting edge technologies. FTE: .9 . _, Shift: days_, Schedule: varies_

Position Summary

The Patient Care Technician is an ideal opportunity for those seeking a dynamic and comprehensive role within our health care system. By covering nursing care, transportation of patients, and clerical functions, you will support exceptional patient health outcomes. In this role you will hone your clerical and communication skills, develop age-appropriate nursing care expertise, and collaborate to support patient care and services.

Responsibilities

• You will perform a dynamic range of duties and functions throughout the hospital
• You will assist in basic nursing care, transportation of patients, and clerical functions
• Apply your strong interpersonal skills when providing care for patients across a diverse spectrum of ethnic and social groups
• Collaborate with health care practitioner or registered nurse for comprehensive quality care

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Medical Assistant-Registered Certification Eligible (Must apply within seven (7) days of hire)
• Must obtain Medical Assistant-Registered Certification within sixty (60) days of hire
• Nursing Assistant Certification/Licensure
• Medical Assistant-Registered Certification Eligible
• MA-P credential may be accepted in lieu of MA-R
• Current BLS Certification
• Recent bed side care experience in a health care environment

Why Pulse Heart Institute?

Physician-led care
Led by physicians and advanced practice providers who understand patient needs firsthand, ensuring decisions are grounded in clinical expertise and collaboration.

Proven excellence
Pulse units across MultiCare earned the 2025 Chest Pain - MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award - the only facilities in Washington to receive this distinction.

Comprehensive cardiovascular care
A fully integrated model across cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery and vascular services, supporting the full continuum of care.

People-first culture
We invest in our teams through professional development, supportive leadership and an environment where caregivers can learn, grow and succeed.

Well-being and support
Resources and programs designed to help you maintain balance and feel supported in your work and life.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $23.61 - $39.01 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align. Associated benefit information can be viewed here .