Overview
With the ever increasing demand on the healthcare industry, patient care technicians are a vital part of today’s medical workforce. Under the supervision of doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals, a patient care technician (PCT) helps look after sick and injured patients.
Their primary duties include the following:
- Basic patient care like bathing, feeding, and catheter care
- Acquiring, distributing, and administering patient care supplies
- Collecting laboratory specimens
- Ensuring the cleanliness of patient rooms and conducting safety checks
- Monitoring and recording changes in patient health and vital signs
- Performing EKG and phlebotomy procedures
Overview
With the ever increasing demand on the healthcare industry, patient care technicians are a vital part of today’s medical workforce. Under the supervision of doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals, a patient care technician (PCT) helps look after sick and injured patients.
Their primary duties include the following:
- Basic patient care like bathing, feeding, and catheter care
- Acquiring, distributing, and administering patient care supplies
- Collecting laboratory specimens
- Ensuring the cleanliness of patient rooms and conducting safety checks
- Monitoring and recording changes in patient health and vital signs
- Performing EKG and phlebotomy procedures
