Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Shirley-Ryan-Ability-La; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab seeks a Patient Care Technician to provide basic daily care to patients and support families. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, mobility, and daily living activities, and maintaining clean patient areas.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and CNA certification or be enrolled in a nursing program. The role requires effective communication, critical thinking, and the ability to transfer and position patients up to 35 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA certification or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program required.
• Ability to transfer and position patients up to 35 lbs; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic daily care, hygiene, mobility and daily living activities.
• Record vital signs, intake/output, and other patient data.
• Assist with patient transfers and use nursing equipment as directed by the nurse.
• Maintain clean, orderly patient care areas and observe safety protocols.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA Certification

Enrollment in accredited nursing program

Job description

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab seeks a Patient Care Technician to provide basic daily care to patients and support families. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, mobility, and daily living activities, and maintaining clean patient areas.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and CNA certification or be enrolled in a nursing program. The role requires effective communication, critical thinking, and the ability to transfer and position patients up to 35 lbs.