Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Observation Unit (PCT) - Gateway

Campus: Gateway
Unit: Cardiac Observation Unit (COU)
Shift: Day Shift

Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Cardiac Observation Unit

If you want a hands-on role in one of the most advanced and fast-moving areas of the hospital, the Cardiac Observation Unit (COU) is where you’ll want to be. As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you’ll be directly involved in caring for patients recovering from high-level cardiac and electrophysiology procedures—supporting some of the most complex and closely monitored patients in the facility.

This is not routine care. This is specialized cardiac recovery and observation, where your attention, speed, and compassion directly support patient safety and comfort during critical recovery periods.

Why This Unit Stands Out

The COU is a high-acuity, procedure-heavy cardiac unit where you’ll see a wide range of advanced interventions, including:

• Cardiac catheterizations and structural heart procedures


• Ablations, cardioversions, and electrophysiology studies


• Pacemaker, defibrillator, and loop recorder implants


• Advanced procedures such as TAVR and LAAO recoveries


• Chest pain rule-outs and arrhythmia observation cases

With a 30-bed, 24/7/365 operation that blends procedural recovery and acute observation, this unit gives you constant exposure to cutting-edge cardiac care and rapid clinical decision-making.

If you want experience that builds real cardiovascular knowledge fast, this is it.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be a critical part of the care team, helping patients safely transition through recovery and observation:

• Provide hands-on patient care including hygiene, comfort, and daily needs


• Assist with mobility, repositioning, and safe transfers


• Monitor and accurately record vital signs


• Document patient information that guides clinical decisions


• Support patients and families through high-stress, high-stakes moments

This role requires presence, resilience, and strong attention to detail—because in cardiac recovery, small changes matter.

What Makes This a Strong Opportunity

• Direct exposure to advanced cardiac and procedural recovery care


• Fast-paced environment that builds strong clinical skills quickly


• High-acuity patient population that strengthens critical thinking


• A meaningful role where your care supports life-saving interventions

Requirements

• Basic Life Support: Health Care Provider certification within six months of hire


• High school diploma or GED preferred