Patient Care Technician, Cardiac Surgery PCU, Rotating
Company: University of Maryland Medical System
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Company Description THE MEDICAL
HEART OF MARYLAND Treating over 330,000 patients every year, the
University of Maryland Medical Center is at the vital core of
Maryland’s health care system and community. We’re known for our
prestigious expertise in innovative research and education, along
with the talented staff and advanced centers that make it all
possible. The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, the world’s first
center dedicated to trauma, treats more than 7,500 critically
injured patients a year with an incredible 97 percent survival
rate. We also have one of the nation’s largest kidney and pancreas
transplant programs at The Joseph and Corinne Schwartz Division of
Transplantation, home to Maryland’s first steroid-free protocol and
pancreas/kidney transplant. From our National Cancer
Institute-designated UM Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer
Center to The University of Maryland’s Children’s Hospital, one of
the largest pediatric centers in the state, we are dedicated to
saving and transforming lives. Job Description Under the direct
supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the
Nursing Care Plan, the Patient Care Technician performs delegated
competency-validated patient care functions and applies technical
skills of a limited uncomplicated nature. Fulfillment of the job
duties requires the PCT to have access to medication storage areas
and to transport medications to/ from medication storage and
delivery areas. Principal Responsibilities and Tasks The following
statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed by people assigned to this classification.
They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job
duties performed by personnel so classified. Provides direct
patient care which includes bathing, making beds, feeding, oral
hygiene, giving shampoos, turning and positioning patients, and the
like. Initiates CPR procedures. Identifies, records, and reports
overt findings to the Registered Nurse concerning the physical and
mental condition of a patient. Assists nurses in assembling
equipment and in performing various treatments and tests.
Administers and changes routine dressings to stage one and two
wounds, surgical incisions, and peripheral IV sites after
assessment by a Registered Nurse. Gathers equipment required to,
and initiates placement IV for the patient as directed by the
registered nurse. Performs venipuncture for drawing blood samples
and established IV access. Performs urinary bladder catheterization
for temporary or permanent placement and implements catheter care
in stable patients as delegated by the registered nurse. Cleans,
sterilizes, and appropriately cares for equipment and instruments
in accordance with operational procedure. Administers enteral tube
feedings via nasogastric or gastrostomy tubes, as supervised by
registered nurse. Sets up and operates multiple lead EKG machines;
attaches and removes EKG leads; runs a rhythm strip. Performs chest
physical therapy, tracheal suctioning, tracheostomy care and
incentive spirometry treatments as delegated and supervised by the
responsible registered nurse. Performs minor housekeeping tasks to
keep patient areas in a clean and sanitary condition; recognizes,
reports, or corrects environmental conditions, which may jeopardize
patient safety and well being. Performs related and delegated tasks
when necessary such as admission and/or discharge assistance,
setting up special equipment, taking and relaying messages,
procuring equipment, and running errands. Qualifications High
school diploma or equivalent (GED). Maryland Nursing Assistant
Certification required as well as completion of one of the
following training programs: hospital-based program, community
college, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Corpsmen, or
successful completion of Fundamentals/Foundation of Nursing course
(under RN program). Employees with work experience that provide on
the job training equivalent to the above programs can be considered
as a substitute to a formal PCT training program. Minimum of one
year of recent, direct patient care experience required. Current
CPR certification is required. Additional Information All your
information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation: Pay Range: $17.17 - $27.31 Other Compensation (if
applicable): Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide
Keywords: University of Maryland Medical System, Leesburg , Patient Care Technician, Cardiac Surgery PCU, Rotating, Healthcare , Baltimore, Virginia
