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Emerson Hospital
Patient Care Technician (PCT) - ICU/CCU
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Health Technician or Technologist (Other) performs medical tests and operates diagnostic equipment. May specialize working in mental health, emergency medicine, occupational health, or in a medical laboratory.
$53,399 / year median in New Hampshire
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Hospital Patient Care Are you passionate about providing compassionate care and supporting patients during their hospital stay? Join our team as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) and play an important role in delivering high-quality hospital patient care . Reporting to the Nursing Manager , the Patient Care Technician works under the direction and supervision of licensed nursing personnel to assist with essential patient care tasks. Care is delivered in accordance with the philosophy and standards established by the Nursing Services Department , as well as all hospital policies and regulatory guidelines . This role is ideal for individuals interested in building experience in acute care, medical-surgical units, nursing support, or healthcare careers . What You'll Do As a Hospital Patient Care Technician , you will support the nursing team by assisting with direct patient care , including:
- Taking and documenting vital signs accurately
- Assisting patients with basic care needs and activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Supporting nurses with patient comfort and care tasks
- Observing and communicating patient needs to licensed nursing staff
- Maintaining a safe and organized patient care environment
- Providing excellent customer service to patients and families
- Documenting information using electronic medical record systems Your role helps ensure patients receive attentive, safe, and supportive care during their hospital stay. Minimum Qualifications Education
- High School Diploma or GED required Experience
- Minimum one year of acute care experience or medical-surgical clinical experience preferred Licensure & Certification
- BLS Certification - Healthcare Provider required
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred Skills & Competencies Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- Ability to accurately take and record vital signs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent customer service and patient care skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment
- Basic computer and electronic documentation skills
- Ability to maintain confidential patient information (HIPAA compliance) Why Join Our Team Working as a Patient Care Technician provides valuable clinical experience while making a meaningful difference in patients' lives.