Patient Care Technician

A busy acute-care facility is seeking a compassionate and dependable Patient Care Technician to join its nursing support team. This role is responsible for providing hands-on patient support, assisting clinical staff, and helping maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming care environment.

The ideal candidate is patient-focused, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced hospital or clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with preparation, mobility, transfers, positioning, and comfort during care and recovery
• Provide basic, non-medicated patient care, including hygiene support, dressing assistance, skin protection, and use of supportive devices
• Monitor patients and promptly report changes in condition, behavior, or comfort level to nursing staff
• Support nurses and clinical team members with routine patient care tasks
• Keep patient rooms, hallways, and common areas clean, organized, and well-stocked
• Manage supplies, equipment, and environmental logs to support infection control and safety standards
• Follow facility procedures related to patient privacy, safety, documentation, and infection prevention
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, nurses, and other healthcare team members
• Help create a positive, professional, and compassionate patient care experience

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Active HIPAA compliance credential/ training required
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification, BCLS/BLS, required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, dependable, and patient-centered approach
• Ability to work in a fast-paced acute-care or hospital environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail
• Commitment to patient privacy, safety, and quality care

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, CNA, Patient Care Assistant, or similar direct patient care role
• Experience working in a hospital, acute-care, rehabilitation, long-term care, or clinical setting
• Familiarity with patient mobility support, transfers, basic care tasks, and infection control procedures

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid time off and paid family leave
• Retirement plan with employer match, such as 401(k) or equivalent
• Employee assistance program and wellness resources
• Education assistance for tuition, certifications, and professional development
• Additional voluntary benefits, including life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and more

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a caring and dependable healthcare professional who enjoys helping patients feel safe, comfortable, and supported. This person should work well as part of a nursing team, communicate clearly, and bring a positive attitude to a busy acute-care environment.