The 1199 SEIU Employment Center has full-time and part-time career opportunities for Patient Care Technicians (PCT's). Positions are located at our prestigious Manhattan facilities and include a comprehensive Union Benefits Package and competitive salaries. Rotating weekends and alternating holidays, required. Salary - $26.41 – $28.98/hourly –Days, Evenings and Night Shifts available Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Utilizes specialized skills and safety when carrying out specific tasks of patient care as assigned, including phlebotomy, fingerstick for glucose, and electrocardiograms.
- Assists in supporting unit activities as requested. Assists in emergency situations as directed.
- Assists in having patient ready for scheduled appointments including placing the patient on a stretcher or in a wheelchair.
- Gives direct assistance to all team members, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, physicians, nursing attendants, patient unit clerks, escort, dietary and other health care employees.
- Observes general behavior and reports same to the registered nurse to whom assigned.
- Verbally and non-verbally communicates responsiveness and support to patients, families, and other staff.
- Assists in data collection and activities as assigned. Assists in maintaining safety and comfort needs of patients and families. Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures per unit / service operations.