Patient Care Technician Career Entry and Progression
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PATIENT CARE
TECHNICIANCareer Entry and Progression
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What is a Patient Care Technician
• Unlicensed Provider
• Performs Routine Tasks and Procedures
• Responsibilities Differ Depending on Department
• Can Have Varying Credentials
• An Essential Component of the Healthcare System
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What is Required
• Generally a High School Diploma or GED
• Previous Experience if Pursuing a Specialty
• Solid References
• Short Amount of Training
• National Certification
• Expectations Vary Between States and Employers
• Contact Local Establishments
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Most Common Entry-Level Position
• Nursing Aide
• Medical Assistant
• Home Health Aide
• Dialysis Technician
• Specialty Assistant
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Advanced Positions
• Surgical Assistant
• Anesthesiology Assistant
• EKG Technician
• Radiologic Technician
• Many Others
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Administrative Positions
• Could Become Available with Experience
• Must be Good at Managing People
• Business Operations
• May Require College Degree
• May Require Specialized Training
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Selecting an Area of Practice
• Type of Patients Being Managed
• Consider Tasks and Responsibilities
• Work Schedule
• Room For Advancement
• Interest to Applicant
• Education, Training, and Other Credentials
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Resource Links
• http://www.patientcaretechniciansalary.net/
• What is a Patient Care Technician