Patient Care Technician Emergency Department - PCTED 25-25035

Job Title: Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Emergency Department

Profession: Patient Care Technician
Specialty: Emergency Room (ER)
Location: Rochester, NY 14621
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Day – 5x8-Hour Shifts (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Block Scheduling: Not guaranteed
Local Candidates: Accepted

Position Overview:

Seeking a reliable and skilled Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join a dynamic Emergency Department team. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in an acute care or emergency setting and be able to support patient care functions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist nursing staff with basic patient care tasks such as bathing, feeding, ambulation, and vital signs

• Support emergency room operations by preparing rooms, equipment, and transporting patients

• Maintain cleanliness and stock supplies within the unit

• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team to ensure efficient patient care

• Document activities and observations in the electronic medical record system

• Provide compassionate and professional care in high-pressure situations

Schedule Details:

• Shift: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Weekends: Not required

• All orientation hours are billable

Facility Highlights:

• Facility Type: Tertiary Care Hospital

• Total Staffed Beds: 528

• Scrub Requirements: Navy and white (any combination)

• Charting System: Epic

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required

• Certified Patient Care Technician or Nursing Assistant (CNA/PCT) preferred

• Previous experience in a hospital or emergency department setting strongly preferred

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

• Ability to remain calm and effective in fast-paced, emergency scenarios