PATIENT CARE TECH - MED SURG

Facility: Atrium Medical Center – Med Surg Unit

About the role

Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) collaborate with nurses and doctors to provide personalized care for patients. Working under the supervision of a nurse, PCTs assist with clinical tasks, paperwork, and other duties that keep the hospital running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Check vital signs, including temperature, heartbeat, and breathing.
• Assist patients with mobility, dressing, and eating.
• Collect samples such as urine.
• Report any changes in a patient’s condition to a nurse.
• Perform activities of daily living (ADLs), weigh patients, and record vitals.
• Assist with unit clerk duties, including paperwork and administrative tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification (can be obtained during orientation).
• One of the following experience qualifications:
  • Completed STNA, CNA, or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training.
  • Provided patient care within the past five years (e.g., taking temperature, bathing, assisting with restroom use).
  • Enrolled in nursing school and completed at least one clinical rotation.

Other Skills

• Ability to multitask and remain courteous when interrupted.
• Proficiency with computer use.
• Strong organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and listening skills.
• Bonus: Prior experience working in a hospital setting.

Schedule

Shift: 6:30 pm – 7:00 am (Full‑time nights), 36 hours per week, 72 hours per pay period.