Local Contract Patient Care Tech
Penn Yan, NY
TalentBurst, Inc
3x12 hrs, Days

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

Duration: 13 Weeks
Location: Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, 418 N Main St, Penn Yan, NY 14527
Schedule: Days | 3 × 12-hour shifts | 36 hours/week
Position Type: Full-Time Contract

Job Summary

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital is seeking an experienced Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support the Emergency Department. The candidate will provide direct patient care and clerical support under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), helping ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate patient care.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a PCT or in a similar role in an acute-care hospital setting.

• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or RQI.

• Computer literacy required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field.

• Medical Terminology coursework or experience.

• Experience in phlebotomy, EKGs, and emergency department settings.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Meditech, Excel, and spreadsheets.

Certifications

• BLS certification through AHA or RQI is required.

• CPI certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

• BLS certification may be provided during the first week of hire, per the facility's policy.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, vital signs, weights, and pulse oximetry.

• Assist with patient hygiene, transportation, mobility, and other activities of daily living.

• Assist with medical procedures, wound care, splinting, and sterile dressing setup under RN or physician supervision.

• Monitor patients and promptly report changes in condition to nursing staff.

• Follow safe patient-handling practices, fall-prevention measures, and infection-control protocols.

• Provide age-appropriate care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

• Support behavioral emergency interventions and de-escalation as needed.

• Keep patients and families informed about care processes and assist with their needs throughout the emergency visit.

Clinical and Administrative Support

• Enter laboratory, radiology, and EKG orders accurately and promptly into Meditech.

• Document patient care activities and observations in the medical record.

• Complete and review Emergency Department records, including patient orders, discharges, and transfers.

• Answer phones, relay messages, assist visitors, and maintain effective departmental communication.

• Maintain organized filing systems, manage mail, and ensure accurate record-keeping.

• Monitor supplies, restock patient rooms, and maintain clean, organized utility areas.

• Clean and test equipment and promptly report malfunctions.

• Collaborate with nurses and multidisciplinary team members to support patient flow and continuity of care.

• Assist with unit and organizational quality-improvement activities.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced Emergency Department.

• Ability to plan and complete assignments under RN supervision.

• Professionalism, courtesy, and discretion when handling confidential information.

• Commitment to patient safety, dignity, respect, and well-being.

• Understanding of growth and development across the lifespan.

• Knowledge of infection prevention, isolation precautions, and safe patient handling.

Work Environment

• Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is anticipated.

• The role may involve contact with blood, body fluids, and tissues.

• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced Emergency Department environment.

Required Skills Checklist

Skill / Qualification Requirement PCT or similar experience in an acute-care hospital Required – Minimum 1 year BLS certification through AHA or RQI Required High school diploma or GED Required Computer literacy Required

Candidate Screening Questions

1. Have you previously worked at any *** locations?

2. Do you have your own transportation, such as a personal vehicle or rental car?

3. If you are not local to the Geneva General Hospital area, have you explored housing options and costs in the area?

Job Reference: #DIAPCT1