Hospital | Patient Care Tech

Travel Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Emergency Department in Penn Yan, New York

Apply now for a full-time travel Patient Care Technician (PCT) job in a fast-paced Emergency Department in Penn Yan, New York. You will provide essential clinical and clerical support under the supervision of a Registered Nurse while helping patients and families navigate their emergency care experience. This healthcare opportunity is located in Penn Yan, a welcoming Finger Lakes community known for its lakeside setting, charming downtown, and relaxed quality of life.

Patient Care Technician Job Details

• Position: Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Emergency Department
• Employment Type: Travel healthcare contract
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $810–$870
• Start Date: November 18, 2026
• Contract Duration: 14 weeks
• Schedule: Full-time, three 12-hour shifts per week
• Shift: 11:00 a.m.–11:30 p.m.; every other weekend and holidays required
• Healthcare Setting: Hospital Emergency Department
• Location: Penn Yan, New York

Patient Care Technician Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a Patient Care Technician or in a similar acute-care hospital role
• High school diploma or GED
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or RQI
• Computer literacy; electronic medical record and Microsoft Office experience preferred
• CPI certification within 30 days of hire
• Ability to provide age-appropriate care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Strong communication, organization, teamwork, and patient-service skills
• Ability to protect confidential information and maintain a professional, respectful approach with patients, families, and colleagues

Emergency Department Patient Care Technician Responsibilities

• Perform vital signs, weights, pulse oximetry, hygiene care, patient transport, phlebotomy, and EKGs
• Assist with procedures, wound care, splinting, and sterile dressing setup under appropriate clinical supervision
• Monitor patients and promptly report changes in condition to nursing staff
• Support safe patient handling, mobility, transfers, and fall-prevention measures
• Enter laboratory, radiology, EKG, admission, discharge, and transfer information accurately into the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Document patient care and observations according to department policies
• Help maintain Emergency Department patient flow by communicating effectively with patients, families, visitors, and the multidisciplinary care team
• Follow infection prevention, isolation, exposure-control, and workplace safety procedures
• Restock supplies, maintain clean and organized treatment areas, and report equipment concerns promptly
• Assist with clerical duties, record management, phone communication, and departmental organization
• Prioritize multiple assignments effectively in a fast-paced Emergency Department environment
• Support de-escalation efforts and behavioral emergency interventions as directed

Apply now to join the Emergency Department healthcare team as a Travel Patient Care Technician in Penn Yan, New York.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.