Patient Care Technician/Inpatient Trauma Unit

3 weeks ago


Dayton, Ohio, United States Premier Health Partners Full time

Position: Patient Care Tech

Department: Inpatient Trauma Unit

Shift: 7:00 am-7:30 pm Full Time 36 hours a week, 72 hours per pay period

Facility: Miami Valley Hospital

A Patient Care Technician, or PCT, is like a super helper in the hospital They work with nurses and doctors to take care of patients in many different ways. They can:

  • Check things like temperature, heartbeat, and breathing.
  • Help patients move around, get dressed, and eat.
  • Collect samples like blood or urine.
  • Clean and change bandages.
  • Report any changes in a patient's condition to a nurse.

The PCT works under the supervision of the nurse, which means the nurse makes sure they are doing things safely and correctly. Sometimes, the PCT might also be called a Patient Care Technician/Unit Clerk (PCT/HUC). As HUC, they help with the paperwork and other tasks that keep the hospital running smoothly, which also helps patients get the best care possible

So, even though PCTs don't wear capes, they are essential members of the healthcare team who help patients feel better and get healthy again

Education: You'll need a high school diploma or GED.

Training: Before you start, you'll need to get a BLS CPR certificate. They can teach you how to do CPR at your orientation too, so you don't need to do it beforehand.

Experience: No previous job experience is required, but you should have one of the following:

  • Finished STNA, CNA, or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training
  • Helped care for patients in the past 5 years (like taking their temperature, bathing them, or helping them use the restroom)
  • Currently in nursing school and finished one clinical rotation
Other Skills
  • You can handle doing many things at once, even when people interrupt you, and still be nice.
  • You know how to use a computer a little.
  • You're good at organizing things.
  • You can talk and listen well to others.
  • Bonus points: You've worked in a hospital before.


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States DaVita Full time

    1431 Business Center Ct, Dayton, Ohio, 45410, United States of AmericaDialysis Hiring Event:Join Us for Patient Care Technician, Registered Nurse and LPN OpportunitiesHiring Event for clinics in Dayton, Kettering, Huber Heights, Mallory Park, and Trotwood. No previous experience required - Paid Dialysis Training providedWe would like to invite you to our...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States DaVita Full time

    1431 Business Center Ct, Dayton, Ohio, 45410, United States of AmericaDialysis Hiring Event:Join Us for Patient Care Technician, Registered Nurse and LPN OpportunitiesHiring Event for clinics in Dayton, Kettering, Huber Heights, Mallory Park, and Trotwood. No previous experience required - Paid Dialysis Training providedWe would like to invite you to our...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Britt Medical Search Full time

    Established physician network is searching for BC/BE Non-Invasive Cardiologists to be hospital based Monday through Friday, rounding on inpatient and observation patients. Inpatient and outpatient responsibilitiesIncludes echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiogram, and stress testingCall expectations 1:6 Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center and...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Britt Medical Search Full time

    Established physician network is searching for BC/BE Non-Invasive Cardiologists to be hospital based Monday through Friday, rounding on inpatient and observation patients. Inpatient and outpatient responsibilitiesIncludes echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiogram, and stress testingCall expectations 1:6 Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center and...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Kettering Health Network Full time

    RN - Kettering - Progressive Care Trauma - FT/DaysUS-OH-KetteringJob ID: 8Type: Full-Time# of Openings: 1Category: Registered NurseKH Main CampusOverview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Kettering Health Network Full time

    RN - Kettering - Progressive Care Trauma - FT/DaysUS-OH-KetteringJob ID: 8Type: Full-Time# of Openings: 1Category: Registered NurseKH Main CampusOverview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Supplemental Health Care Full time

    Job Description:Supplemental Health Care is seeking PCU RNs in Dayton, Ohio for a 13-week assignment at a partnering hospital. With our extensive local office network across the United States and our national support structures, you can trust that Supplemental Health Care will be there when you need us. Named Best in Staffing based on real feedback from our...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Supplemental Health Care Full time

    Job Description:Supplemental Health Care is seeking PCU RNs in Dayton, Ohio for a 13-week assignment at a partnering hospital. With our extensive local office network across the United States and our national support structures, you can trust that Supplemental Health Care will be there when you need us. Named Best in Staffing based on real feedback from our...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Kettering Medical Center Network Full time

    Overview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving South West Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it's by providing care in our facilities, training...

  • Patient Registration I

    21 hours ago


    Dayton, Ohio, United States Kettering Medical Center Network Full time

    Overview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving South West Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it's by providing care in our facilities, training...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States The Curare Group Full time

    Southwest Ohio's largest health care system is seeking a Psychiatrist for their inpatient behavioral health unitWeekly/daily rotations include:consultation-liaison services, emergency dept, and inpatient unit. Hospitalist handles H&P's and medical issues. Possible academic appointment in Psychiatry department. Multi Specialty Group Employee, Inpatient only....


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States The Curare Group Full time

    Southwest Ohio's largest health care system is seeking a Psychiatrist for their inpatient behavioral health unitWeekly/daily rotations include:consultation-liaison services, emergency dept, and inpatient unit. Hospitalist handles H&P's and medical issues. Possible academic appointment in Psychiatry department. Multi Specialty Group Employee, Inpatient only....


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Travel Nurse across America Full time

    Job Description Put another $10,000 in your pocket when you take 5 assignments. Up to 15 weeks of vacation. For real .Apply for more details We're looking for Progressive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Dayton, OH. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements. As a PCU Travel Nurse,...

  • Progressive Care Unit

    20 hours ago


    Dayton, Ohio, United States Travel Nurse across America Full time

    Job Description Put another $10,000 in your pocket when you take 5 assignments. Up to 15 weeks of vacation. For real .Apply for more details We're looking for Progressive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Dayton, OH. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements. As a PCU Travel Nurse,...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Curare Group, Inc. Full time

    An Ohio Hospitalist Group is hiring well-qualified BC/BE IM or FP physicians looking for a challenging career in hospital medicine in a 974 bed level I trauma and regional referral center: we offer a broad exposure to patients with unique and challenging pathology. Emphasis is on continuity of care, striving for seamless transitions for patients with primary...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Curare Group, Inc. Full time

    An Ohio Hospitalist Group is hiring well-qualified BC/BE IM or FP physicians looking for a challenging career in hospital medicine in a 974 bed level I trauma and regional referral center: we offer a broad exposure to patients with unique and challenging pathology. Emphasis is on continuity of care, striving for seamless transitions for patients with primary...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Archway Physician Recruitment Full time

    Non-Invasive Cardiology Opening in Dayton, OH Cardiovascular Institute is searching for BC/BE Non-Invasive Cardiologists to be hospital based Monday through Friday, rounding on inpatient and observation patients. Physicians will participate in a general cardiology On-Call of 1:6. Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center and Cardiology services include...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Dayton Children's Hospital Full time

    Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist to serve as Program Director of Inpatient ServicesDayton Children's Hospital is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as the Program Director of Inpatient Services. As a leading hospital in the field of child psychiatry, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our young patients and their...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Dayton Children's Hospital Full time

    Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist to serve as Program Director of Inpatient ServicesDayton Children's Hospital is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as the Program Director of Inpatient Services. As a leading hospital in the field of child psychiatry, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our young patients and their...


  • Dayton, Ohio, United States Millbrook Support Services Full time

    Millbrook specializes in placing healthcare providers of varying specialties with clients throughout the United States. Want to work for a company that actually invests in your future? Along with offering providers attractive assignments with our world class customer base, Millbrook focuses on value-added training programs to help keep providers up to date...