Patient Care Technician
A patient care technician aids doctors, nurses and other medical professionals by tending to ill and injured individuals under their supervision. This often entails taking notes on patient care, taking vital signs, collecting specimens, performing catheterization, and assisting patients with every day tasks like eating, hygiene, grooming, and making assessments on their care.
Students in Patient Care Technician are trained in the following subject areas:
- Provide basic patient care
- Perform duties such as feeding, bathing, dressing, or repositioning patients
- Change bed linens
- Transfer or transport patients
- Answer patient calls
Before entering the program, students must:
- Complete all required activity in the Career Preparation Period, including Career Exploration and Career Success/Workplace Skills.
- Have strong math and reading skills.
As a Job Corps student, you will have the opportunity to earn credentials in your training area that may lead to greater employment opportunities, higher wages, and promotions.
While on the job, you will be expected to display the following traits at all times:
- Attention to detail
- Concern for others
- Problem-solving skills
Patient Care Technician Numbers to Know
National average earning potential for this career
Completion times vary by training area. Check with your admissions advisor.
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