Patient Care Technician
Patient Care Technicians are versatile members of the healthcare team and work under the supervision of physicians or registered nurses to provide direct patient care in a variety of medical settings.
Graduates monitor patients for signs and adverse reactions to medications and treatments, obtain specimens, and create and document medical records. They perform basic physical therapy, respiratory therapy, and occupational therapy and provide post surgical, rehabilitative and restorative assistance. Patient Care Technicians function as care giver to the ill, the injured and the infirm often providing more patient contact that any other member of the team.
Classes – What will I learn?
Jobs
What can I do with a certificate in Patient Care Technician?
Patient Care Technicians are in demand and can find jobs in a variety of facilities:
- Hospitals and emergency medical centers
- Clinics
- Ambulatory surgical centers
- Physician offices
- Dental offices
- Nursing homes
- Community health agencies
- Home care
- Rehabilitation centers
Why should I choose PTI for Patient Care Technician?
Requirements
What do I need to get in?
An interest in Patient Care Technician and your high school diploma. No diploma? We accept GED recipients too. Ask us how you can earn yours. Schedule an appointment to meet with an admissions coordinator and take a tour.
Schedule – When will I be in class?
- Just 9 months to earn your certificate as a Patient Care Technician
- You can be a morning or afternoon student. It all depends on when you start.
I’m curious and I want more information.
Sign-Up for our mailing list. Let us know you’re interested in a Patient Care Technician career.
Schedule an appointment to meet with an admissions coordinator and tour campus. Talk about financial aid and find out about campus life first-hand.
I’m motivated and I want to apply.
Complete an online application. It’s free!
