Direct Patient Care Positions and Careers
What is direct patient care?
Direct patient care refers to hands-on healthcare services provided directly to patients.
Responsibilities of direct patient care professionals include taking vital signs, drawing blood, transferring patients, bathing patients, and more.
Direct patient care professionals are actively involved in patient health, safety, and overall well-being — making them an essential component of the medical industry.
Which positions entail direct patient care?
Direct patient care positions are indispensable; they provide exceptional comfort and care to patients and act as a liaison between patient and doctor.
Some examples of direct patient care careers include nurses and nursing assistants, patient care associates, phlebotomists, electrocardiogram (EKG technicians), dental assistants and hygienists, medical assistants, and more.
Direct patient care professionals can work in a variety of settings from hospitals to private practices.
How can I begin a career in direct patient care?
In order to begin a career in direct patient care, you’ll need to complete a healthcare training program that provides hands-on clinical experience and prepares you for entry-level roles.
At Goodwin University, our Patient Care Associate (PCA) certificate program offers practical training in CNA skills, EKG procedures, and phlebotomy — helping you build the foundation needed for a rewarding career in patient care.
Are you interested in beginning a career in direct patient care? Learn more about Goodwin’s PCA certificate program today!
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- Enrollment is hassle-free, and it’s easy to get started.
- Financial aid is available, and we’re still accepting applications.
- You will find comprehensive support services that will get you through college and into a great career.
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- If you want to transfer in credits, Admissions can typically review your unofficial transcripts of prior learning in less than one business day.
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