Patient Care Technician – Adult ICU, Med/Surg, Oncology

University of Arkansas System

Patient Care Technician supporting patient care in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams at UAMS. Responsibilities include communication with R.N.s, patient support, and documentation.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeLittle Rock • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is a trained member of the unit based team who supports the ongoing delivery of care as identified by the multidisciplinary Patient Management Team.
PRN Applicants will report to an assigned Clinical Services Manager.
PRN Applicant’s Work history will be screened to match the position for which they applied.
PRN Maximum allowable hours in a floating year is 1000.
The PCT works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse(s) and performs tasks and duties which do not require a license, professional judgment or intervention.
The PCT must pass the required competencies.
The PCT works within the Department of Nursing standards.
The PCT adheres to UAMS clinical programs, policies, procedures and standards and guest care guidelines.
Obtains patient report and has ongoing communication with R.N. regarding patient care/changes in condition; Informs nurse of patient requests or complaints.
Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
Transports patients to other areas of the hospital as directed.
Carries out the Plan of Care for Patient using a Multidisciplinary Approach as Delegated by Team Leader.
Communicates effectively with other team members to facilitate patient care.
Accepts directions from R.N.s and team members.
Follows through on delegated patient care activities.
Provides appropriate grooming/oral hygiene and comfort measures and assists patients with activities (ambulation, up in chair, turn and reposition).
Documents all patient care activities/tasks, vital signs, ADL, wave tests, I&O's accurately and timely and per unit and department standards.
Assists patients and visitors with information and/or solutions to problems.
Serves as resources person to support department members in performance of duties.
Notifies appropriate staff members of problems requiring prompt intervention.
May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED
Successful completion of patient care technician course within 3 months of hire
Must have excellent communication skills
Ability to follow oral instructions
Basic computer skills
Strong work ethics and accountability
Must be able to lift 100 lbs. to waist height
Certification as a nursing assistant or military corpsman (preferred)
Patient care experience in acute care setting (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Hard Skills & Tools

Patient Care ActivitiesVital Signs MonitoringADL AssistanceDocumentation of Patient CarePlan of Care Implementation

Soft Skills

Strong Work EthicAccountabilityAbility to Follow Instructions

Certifications

Nursing Assistant Certification