Patient Care Technician

Job Summary:
The Patient Care Technician supports the nursing and clinical team by providing direct patient care assistance across pre-operative intra-operative and post-operative phases within the ambulatory surgery center. This role focuses on patient comfort safety and support under the supervision of RNs and other licensed clinical staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist patients with admission positioning transfers and ambulation before and after procedures
• Take and record vital signs (blood pressure pulse respiration temperature pulse oximetry) as directed
• Assist patients with dressing/undressing hygiene needs and comfort measures
• Prepare patient rooms/bays and stock supplies for pre-op and PACU (recovery) areas
• Support patient monitoring in recovery alerting RN to any changes in patient status
• Escort or transport patients safely between pre-op OR and recovery areas
• Assist with specimen labeling and transport per protocol (non-clinical judgment tasks)
• Document care provided accurately in the patients chart under nursing supervision
• Maintain a clean organized and stocked clinical environment; restock supplies and equipment
• Communicate patient needs concerns or status changes promptly to the nursing team
• Adhere to infection control practices HIPAA and facility safety policies
• Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients and family members
• Assist with equipment setup/breakdown and turnover between cases as needed

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a Patient Care Technician CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) or Medical Assistant program preferred
• Current CNA certification (state-specific) may be required depending on state regulations
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification preferred
• Prior experience in a surgery center hospital or outpatient clinical setting preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work under RN supervision

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift/transfer patients (with assistance as needed) and move equipment
• Manual dexterity for vital sign equipment and patient care tasks

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced ambulatory surgical setting with exposure to bodily fluids and sterile field protocol

Required Experience:

IC