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PtCA - Medical Palliative Unit

Puyallup, WA · On-site

$22.67 - $33.66/hr

Patient Care Assistant Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title -- you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our ...

PtCA - Medical Palliative Unit.

Puyallup, WA · On-site

$22.67 - $33.66/hr

Patient Care Assistant At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title -- you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living ...

PtCA -MedSurg Palliative

Puyallup, WA · On-site

$22.67 - $33.66/hr

Join A Team That Shares Your Calling At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title -- you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging ...

Regional Float Pool PTCA

Auburn, WA · On-site

$22.64 - $34.46/hr

Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here ...

Log certified numbers into PTCA for tax return filings and tax bills * Contact taxing authorities to request information * Assist with filing of extension requests and updating PTCA accordingly

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What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a PTCA?

To thrive as a PTCA, you need a strong foundation in child development, basic teaching methods, and classroom management, typically supported by a relevant teaching certificate or diploma. Familiarity with educational software, digital classroom tools, and basic administrative systems is often required. Excellent communication, patience, and the ability to engage young learners are standout soft skills for this role. These skills are crucial for fostering a positive learning environment and supporting both teachers and students effectively.

What are common challenges PTCA technologists face during procedures, and how can they prepare for them?

PTCA Technologists often encounter challenges such as managing unexpected patient reactions, adapting to rapidly changing clinical situations, and maintaining sterile technique in high-pressure environments. To prepare, technologists should stay updated on best practices, participate in ongoing training, and cultivate strong communication skills to coordinate with cardiologists and nursing staff. Proactive troubleshooting and maintaining a calm, focused approach are essential for ensuring patient safety and procedural success.

What is the difference between Ptca vs Cardiovascular Technologist?

AspectPtcaCardiovascular Technologist
CertificationsCertified in Interventional Radiology or Cardiac CatheterizationRegistered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or equivalent
Work EnvironmentHospitals, catheterization labs, outpatient clinicsHospitals, diagnostic labs, cardiology clinics
Employer & Industry UsageSpecialized in performing catheter-based proceduresAssists in various cardiovascular procedures, including imaging and testing

Ptca (Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty) specialists focus on performing specific minimally invasive heart procedures, while Cardiovascular Technologists assist with a broader range of cardiovascular diagnostics and interventions. Both roles require similar certifications and work in similar healthcare settings, but Ptca professionals are more procedure-specific.

What is a PTCA?

PTCA stands for Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty, and professionals associated with PTCA are typically interventional cardiologists or specialized cardiac nurses and technologists who assist in the procedure. PTCA is a minimally invasive procedure used to open up blocked or narrowed coronary arteries to improve blood flow to the heart. The main duties of PTCA professionals include preparing the patient, assisting with the angioplasty procedure, operating specialized equipment, and monitoring the patient’s condition throughout. Their expertise is essential in ensuring the safety and success of the procedure, as well as in providing post-procedure care.
More about PTCA jobs
Infographic showing various Ptca job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 39% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

PtCA - Medical Palliative Unit.

MultiCare Health System

Puyallup, WA

$22.67 - $33.66/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


MultiCare Health System rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 275 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

157th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.


FTE: 0.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: 12's

Position Summary

The Patient Care Assistant is an excellent opportunity for supporting comprehensive health care services for patients and families. This role works withing the Occupational Medicine team, assisting RNs and physicians within the scope of nursing practices. For individuals with strong interpersonal skills, this is an ideal opportunity to explore your career in the nursing.
As a PCA at MultiCare, you will collaborate with the entire nursing staff and enjoy daily variety and problem-solving opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • You will perform patient care as directed by RN/physician
  • You will provide assistance through dressing changes, data gathering, documentation and vital signs
  • Partner by implementing your service-oriented attitude, professional integrity, and solid decision-making capacities
  • You will effectively prioritize and apply organization and flexibility to your work duties

Requirements

  • Certification as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Washington
  • Current enrollment in an accredited RN program may replace the certification requirement; For students currently enrolled in an accredited RN program, Registration as a Nurse's Assistant is required
  • Successfully completed a Basic Life Support (BLS) course for the Healthcare provider and has a current card
  • Patient care experience (institutional) of one (1) year or more strongly preferred

About Good Samaritan Hospital

MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hub serving Puyallup and East Pierce County. As the area's only hospital, it features a Family Birth Center, Level III Trauma and Neonatal ICUs, Level I Trauma Rehabilitation Center, Children's Therapy Unit and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Innovative facilities like the LEED Gold-certified Dally Tower and Pulse Heart Institute make Good Samaritan a dynamic workplace for clinicians eager to advance their careers in a state-of-the-art environment.

About the Puyallup Community

Nestled at the foot of Mount Rainier along the Puyallup River, Puyallup offers a welcoming small-town feel just 10 miles from Tacoma and 35 miles from Seattle. Residents enjoy unique dining, an antique-filled downtown, excellent schools and abundant parks and recreation - all while being close to big-city opportunities.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $22.67 - $33.66 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

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About MultiCare

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MultiCare’s roots in the Pacific Northwest go back to 1882, with the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital. Over the years, we’ve grown from a Tacoma-centric, hospital-based organization into the largest, community-based, locally governed health system in the state of Washington. Today, our comprehensive system of health includes more than 300 primary, urgent, pediatric and specialty care locations across Washington, Idaho and Oregon, as well as 12 hospitals. We welcome patients from the entire Pacific Northwest region and our 20,000-plus team members — including employees, providers and volunteers — proudly care for the communities we serve. Without a doubt, our organization has changed over the years. But what has never changed, throughout our long history, has been our dedication to the health and wellness of the people of the Pacific Northwest. Guided by our mission, vision and values, we are on a continuous journey to deliver the services that our communities need, and to ensure access to those services, now and in the future.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tacoma, WA, US