• Medical Training Institute of New York
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Patient Care Technician

Overview

The Patient Care Technician Program at the Medical Training Institute of New York trains students to work in hospitals, assisted living, or long-term care facilities under the supervision of a licensed nurse. In this one-semester course, students learn clinical skills like monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, respiratory care, specimen collection, and pre and post-operative care.

Patient Care Technician vs. Certified Nurse Assistant Advanced

  • Certified Nurse Assistant Advanced: This program starts with the CNA curriculum and adds EKG, Phlebotomy, and Clinical Lab Skills.
  • Patient Care Technician: Designed for CNAs who want to add EKG, Phlebotomy, and Clinical Lab Skills.

What Does a Patient Care Technician Do?

Patient Care Technicians provide basic care, monitor vital signs, assist with daily activities, administer medications, and offer emotional support. They help patients with tasks like eating, grooming, and moving between beds or chairs and notifying healthcare providers of any changes in patient health.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Monitor vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, heartbeat)
  • Provide compassionate care and answer patient concerns
  • Reposition patients and assist with personal care
  • Assist with food and liquid intake, and escort patients for tests
  • Perform Phlebotomy tasks

Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy technicians are trained to collect blood for lab tests. They ensure patient comfort, sterilize equipment, perform blood draws, and properly label and store samples.

EKG Technicians

EKG technicians perform diagnostic tests to help doctors detect cardiovascular issues. They explain tests, monitor heart performance, and maintain EKG equipment while recording results.

Program Summary

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  • Medical Terminology
  • Medical Law and Ethics
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Clinical Laboratory Techniques
  • Safety and Health
  • Introduction to EKG
  • Practice on Mannequin
  • Live Practice
  • Infection Control, OSHA & Universal Precautions
  • Introduction to Phlebotomy
  • Venipuncture Procedures: Practice on Mannequin & Live Practice
  • Career Development Skills and Management Skills
  • Job placement assistance
  • Patient Care Technician Exam Review and NHA Exam Preparation
    • Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT)
    • Certified EKG Technician (CET)
    • Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

WHO WILL BENEFIT

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Those Considering Nursing

If your goal is to become a nurse, starting out as a Patient Care Technician is a great opportunity to explore the nursing field. You'll get the chance to work alongside Physicians, RNs, and LPNs in a variety of healthcare settings, earning invaluable experience and skills along the way.

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Aspiring Medical Professionals

Working as a Patient Care Technician gives many of us our first taste of working in the medical field. You might gain inspiration to continue that career path and get a more in-depth understanding of the medical world. It's okay to share this desire with your interviewer. It shows your dedication to the field and a willingness to learn

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Job Stability

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects approximately 174,000 job opening for Patient Care Technician each year between 2019 and 2029. An aging population, along with a nationwide nursing shortage across all levels of nursing, translates to a high level of job stability throughout the end of the decade

Schedule of Sessions Options

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Morning Schedule

The day program is 13 weeks long. Students attend classes 12 hours a week attending classes Monday through Wednesday.

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Evening Schedule

The evening program is 13 weeks long. Students complete 12 hours a week attending classes Monday through Wednesday.

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Weekend Schedule

The weekend program is 13 weeks long, where students complete 12 hours a week attending classes on Saturday and Sunday.