Patient Care Technician, PCT

University of Arkansas System

Patient Care Technician supporting orthopedic clinic procedures, patient care, lab draws, and surgery scheduling at UAMS. Serving patients at UAMS, Arkansas’ academic health sciences center.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeFayetteville • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in providing basic patient care, effective communication with patients and healthcare team members, and adherence to patient safety protocols. Capable of maintaining organized work environments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in a clinical setting.

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Patient Care Technician Course CompletionBasic Patient Care ProficiencyEffective Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsPatient Care Experience in Acute Care Setting

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Hard Skills

Vital Signs MonitoringIntake/Output DocumentationMedication AdministrationBlood DrawsCasting/Splinting

Soft Skills

Professional InteractionProblem-SolvingTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED

Industry Keywords

Patient Safety ProtocolsPatient and Family Centered CareSurgery SchedulingInsurance Verification/AuthorizationConfidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide essential support and perform non-licensed tasks under the supervision of Registered Nurses
Assist nurses, PAs, physicians, and the Ortho team with clinic procedures, surgery scheduling, and administrative and clinic duties
Collect and document assessment data and provide patient education
Assist with patient physicals and lab draws
Respond appropriately to patient questions and address patient concerns
Interact with and assist the public in a professional and friendly manner
Communicate accurate and complete information and maintain strict confidentiality when necessary
Maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, management, and ancillary departments
Follow the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines
Provide medical coverage for UAMS-contracted sporting and racing events
Assist with insurance verification/authorization and surgery scheduling

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED
Successful completion of the patient care technician course within three (3) months of hire
Proficiency in providing basic patient care
Adherence to established patient safety protocols and guidelines
Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members
Accurate and timely documentation of patient-related activities, including vital signs, intake/output, and medication administration
Strong organizational skills, including maintaining clean and organized work environments and tracking patient supplies
Ability to collaborate with the healthcare team
Physical stamina and ability to work under pressure
Must be able to lift 50 lbs to waist height
Preferred: patient care experience in an acute care setting
Preferred: experience with casting/splinting
Preferred: experience with blood draws
Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Subject to pre-employment screening, including criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
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