What do patient care techs do?
Patient care techs or aides work as part of the team of health care providers in hospitals, nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. Though the specific duties of patient care techs varies based upon state laws and employer preferences, similarities exist between what patient care techs do each day.FunctionPatient care techs perform routine tasks that require only basic medical training, to allow physicians and nurses to focus on other tasks.Types of DutiesPatient care techs assist patients with self-care such as bathing, feeding, dressing, grooming and toileting. Techs also might check and record patients’ vital signs, deliver meals, and assist patients with walking the corridors for exercise.Time FrameIn hospitals and nursing homes that care for patients around the clock, patient care technicians might work evening, overnight, weekend and holiday shifts.RequirementsIn most states, patient care technicians attend diploma or certificate programs at medical training or technic
