Patient Care Technician

We are seeking a dependable and experienced Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our team. This multifaceted role supports both clinical care and logistical operations in a dynamic, fast-paced orthopedic surgical environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and excels in a highly collaborative surgical setting. Key Responsibilities: Assist nursing staff with preoperative and postoperative patient care in a fast-paced Same Day Surgery environment. Obtain and record patient vital signs, height, weight, and pain levels upon admission and discharge. Prepare patients for surgery by ensuring proper identification, gowning, and comfort. Assist with patient hygiene, mobility, and activities of daily living as needed. Assist with patient transport, positioning, and preparation before and after surgery. Ensure patient safety and comfort during pre-op and post-op transitions. Transport patients safely to and from pre-op, OR, PACU, and discharge areas. Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient care areas, operating rooms, stretchers, and equipment. Assist with turning over operating rooms between cases, including waste removal, surface cleaning, and linen changes. Stock and prepare OR suites and patient care areas with necessary surgical and anesthesia supplies and equipment. Set up and maintain anesthesia machines and equipment before, during, and after procedures. Adhere to infection control, sterilization, and patient safety standards at all times. Document patient care activities accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record. Communicate effectively with nursing, surgical, and anesthesia teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care. Provide compassionate, patient-centered support to individuals and families throughout their surgical experience. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire). Previous experience as an OR tech, anesthesia tech, orderly, or related role highly preferred Ability to lift, transport, and position patients safely. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a