Patient Care Technician

Ascension; Salem; On-site; INR 3,068,000 - 4,027,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Family benefits

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension in Salem, IN is seeking a compassionate healthcare assistant to support diagnostic cardiology patients. You will assist with movement, personal care, and maintaining clean rooms while reporting changes to nursing staff.

This role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, and a valid BLS certification within 30 days. We offer comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and other family-friendly benefits.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable experience required.

Responsibilities

• Aid with movement and placement of patients.
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff and document necessary records.
• Keep patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintain medical equipment.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Communication

Education

High School diploma equivalency

1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Schedule: Days | Part time | Potential for full time hours
• Location: Salem, IN
• Facility: ASV Salem
• Department/Specialty: Diagnostic Cardiology
• Schedule: Days | Part time | Potential for full time hours

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Aid with movement and placement of patients.
• Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Document necessary records.
• Keep patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintains medical equipment.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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