Compassionate Patient Care Technician

LewisGale Regional Health System; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, vision

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) plan with 100% match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

LewisGale Medical Center in Salem, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our collaborative nursing team. You will assist with daily patient needs, monitor vital signs, support RNs, and contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for patients.

Qualified candidates will have Basic Life Support completed within 30 days and some healthcare experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to caring for our communities.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required or must be obtained within 30 days of start date.
• Some healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support smooth care and recovery
• Providing non-medicated care such as dressing changes, skin protection, and use of supportive devices
• Keeping patient areas and common spaces clean, organized, and stocked to maintain safety and efficiency
• Managing supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control and team readiness
• Communicating kindly with patients, families, and the care team to support safety and quality

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication

Vital signs monitoring

Job description

LewisGale Medical Center in Salem, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our collaborative nursing team. You will assist with daily patient needs, monitor vital signs, support RNs, and contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for patients.

Qualified candidates will have Basic Life Support completed within 30 days and some healthcare experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to caring for our communities.