Patient Care Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with preoperative and postoperative patient care in a fast-paced Same Day Surgery environment.
• Obtain and record patient vital signs, height, weight, and pain levels upon admission and discharge.
• Prepare patients for surgery by ensuring proper identification, gowning, and comfort.
• Assist with patient hygiene, mobility, and activities of daily living as needed.
• Assist with patient transport, positioning, and preparation before and after surgery.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during pre-op and post-op transitions.
• Transport patients safely to and from pre-op, OR, PACU, and discharge areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient care areas, operating rooms, stretchers, and equipment.
• Assist with turning over operating rooms between cases, including waste removal, surface cleaning, and linen changes.
• Stock and prepare OR suites and patient care areas with necessary surgical and anesthesia supplies and equipment.
• Set up and maintain anesthesia machines and equipment before, during, and after procedures.
• Adhere to infection control, sterilization, and patient safety standards at all times.
• Document patient care activities accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record.
• Communicate effectively with nursing, surgical, and anesthesia teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered support to individuals and families throughout their surgical experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Previous experience as an OR tech, anesthesia tech, orderly, or related role highly preferred.
• Ability to lift, transport, and position patients safely.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.