Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs a variety of duties to assist the staff in delivery of patient care. The PCT spends a majority of his or her time interacting with, assisting, and supporting our patients. Provides general non-technical assistance to the nursing staff. Responsible for the general maintenance of equipment, room and supplies. • Performs all responsibilities/duties required by surgical services, as defined in the scope of service, to ensure that the unique nature of the patients are addressed. • Maintains the area, equipment, and level of supplies. • Performs a variety of assisting and servicing activities, both with the patients and to help maintain the area. • Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of data collected. • Works effectively as part of the healthcare team to facilitate the unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives. • Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients in collaboration with licensed personnel. • Provides and gives cooperative and courteous service to patients, staff, visitors, and others as part of the organization’s commitment to quality services. • Maintains current knowledge/certification. • Maintains supplies/inventory for department. • Maintains supplies/inventory for department. • Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization. • May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters. Minimum Education • High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Licenses and Certifications • BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Required • Certified Patient Care Technician (APCT_ASPT) Preferred Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities • Ability to communicate effectively (High proficiency) • Must show initiative, maturity, and effectiveness in dealing with people • Well-groomed in appearance • Appreciation of and desire to be part of a healthcare team • Must be able to return to the hospital/facility within 30 minutes of a Callback. • Knowledge of basic medical terminology. • Excellent customer service skills. • Excellent organizational skills required. (High proficiency) • Knowledge of acceptable ranges of blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation and EKG and reports any abnormal values to RN. (Medium proficiency) • Ability to document and utilize electronic health record applications. • Empathy and excellent listening skills. (High proficiency) • Ability to deal appropriately with confidential information.