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Job Requirements Join the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Cente as a Patient Care Technician!
This is an exceptional opportunity for a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to bring your clinical skills to a collaborative, patient-focused Surgical Joint team committed to delivering safe, exceptional patient care. In this role, you will work under the direction of professional nursing staff to provide hands-on care to patients recovering from orthopedic, joint replacement, and other surgical procedures. You will obtain and document vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, perform blood draws and IV access, monitor blood glucose, assist with mobility and orthopedic devices, collect specimens, and support admissions, transfers, and discharges. This role is ideal for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who thrives in a fast-paced acute care environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and is passionate about providing safe, compassionate, high-quality care while supporting patients throughout their surgical recovery. Full-Time Night Shift: 3 x 12-Hour Shifts | 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. | Every Other Weekend & Rotating Holidays KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The following statements describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Provide direct patient care under the direction of professional nursing staff. Assist patients with activities of daily living, including feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and transfers. Obtain, document, and report vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen saturation, and pain level. Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges. Perform venipuncture for blood draws and establish IV access. Perform blood glucose monitoring and accurately document findings. Collect patient specimens for laboratory testing using proper patient identification and collection techniques. Provide skin and wound care and report changes in skin integrity or patient condition. Assist with orthopedic and rehabilitation devices, including braces, splints, compression wraps and stockings. Participate in hourly rounding and respond promptly to patient call lights, bed alarms, chair alarms, and other patient safety alerts. Collaborate with nurses and members of the interdisciplinary care team to carry out the patient's plan of care. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment while supporting patient comfort and fall prevention. Perform other duties as assigned. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent, required. Current Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) certification, required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required. No previous experience required; previous direct patient care experience in a healthcare facility preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to prioritize responsibilities, perform multiple duties simultaneously, and function effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment. Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary patient care team. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. COMPENSATION: Pay Range: $17.68 - $24.76 per hour. Shift, Weekend, and Holiday Differential Pay Where Applicable. Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN Team Members. Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within a collaborative Surgical Joint Nursing team committed to quality, safety, and excellence in patient care. Like many employers, UMMS is being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating our recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at careers@umms.edu