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Patient Care Technician, NS – 5E Acute Care/Trauma Stepdown – Casual with Variable Shifts

  • WilliamsportPA
  • Casual
  • On-site
  • Variable

PostedMarch 30, 2026

Pay$19.41–$29.15 / hr

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About this role

ST Health Williamsport has an opening for a Casual Patient Care Technician, Senior – NS to join 5 East! 5 East is an Adult Medical/Surgical unit with a focus on acute care surgery and trauma patients.

Casual employees are required to work a minimum of 36 hours in a 6-week time period, with 24 of those hours being off-shift/weekend. This role will also be responsible for working one holiday per year.

**Final candidates will be selected for a job title within the career ladder that reflects level of education, experience, and manager discretion at time of offer.

Purpose:
The Patient Care Technician provides routine patient care and supports the department services in accordance with established policies and procedures, and may be directed by the nurse or physician to assure that the highest degree of quality patient care can be maintained at all times. Must routinely perform the ST Health nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients. PLUS point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs). In addition, simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections and ticket to ride. All competencies must be achieved. In addition to the standard required competencies, the Patient Care Technician will achieve and maintain competency and/or perform at least 1 or more of the following advanced skills based on department operational need: phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrhythmia, 12 lead EKG, and NG tubes clamping and removal. 

Responsibilities:
 

  • Suggests and supports changes within the department. Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges. Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department. Supports department-based projects and quality initiatives.
  • Must routinely perform the ST Health nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients. PLUS point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs). In addition, simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections and ticket to ride. All competencies must be achieved.
  • Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments. Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships. Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays, and transporting patients.
  • Constructively receives feedback and direction. Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director. Takes action to improve knowledge, skills, and performance. Request?s assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.
  • Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Demonstrate understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace. Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
  • Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living. Assists with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies. Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes inpatient status.
  • Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN. May apply, monitor, and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.
  • Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information. Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
  • Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner. Completes department clerical functions as needed.
  • Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • In addition to the standard required competencies, the Patient Care Technician will achieve and maintain competency and/or perform at least 1 or more of the following advanced skills based on department operational need: phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrhythmia, 12 lead EKG, and NG tubes clamping and removal.

? High School Diploma or Equivalent ? Enrollment in a Nursing Program with:a) 1 year of general healthcare experience orb) 6 months experience as ST Health Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion or c) Completion of at least 1 nursing program clinical rotation required? Successful completion of ST Health Patient Care Technician class upon hire? Successful completion of basic information system training? Microcomputer experience preferred? Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing? Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medical to the nurse.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire ACLS preferred

 

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Act 34


ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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$19.41–$29.15 / hr

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# Patient Care Technician, NS - 5E Acute Care/Trauma Stepdown - Casual with Variable Shifts

- Location: Williamsport, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Casual
- Category: Patient Care Support
- Shift: Variable
- Business unit: ST Health Susquehanna Williamsport
- Pay: $19.41–$29.15 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-30T15:15:25.153Z

## Description

**ST Health Williamsport has an opening for a Casual Patient Care Technician, Senior - NS to join 5 East!****5 East is an Adult Medical/Surgical unit with a focus on acute care surgery and trauma patients.**

**Casual employees are required to work a minimum of 36 hours in a 6-week time period, with 24 of those hours being off-shift/weekend. This role will also be responsible for working one holiday per year.**
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Shift and schedule

  • Shift

    Variable

  • Hours

    Casual

  • Workplace

    On-site

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Sam T., Patient Care Technician

I came in as a PCT with zero healthcare experience. Two years later Pepper is paying for my nursing degree while I work the schedule school needs.

Sam T.Patient Care Technician · RN student on tuition support

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. Patient Care Tech

  2. Senior PCT / Unit Secretary

  3. PCT III — precepting new hires

  4. Nursing school on tuition support

  5. Graduate nurse at Pepper

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?

Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.

About this roleDo you support continuing education?

Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.

About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?

Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.

About this roleWhat does advancement look like?

Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

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    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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