Compassionate Patient Care Technician Frontline Telehealth

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of licensed clinicians. The role emphasizes safety, compassionate care, and teamwork across departments.

Responsibilities include patient rounds, equipment readiness, and support for telehealth coordination as needed. A High School Diploma/GED and BLS upon hire are required to start.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of medical terminology and patient care support.
• Ability to work as part of an interprofessional team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients and families.
• BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.
• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities under supervision of licensed clinicians.
• Maintains a safe patient care environment.
• Assists in maintaining supplies and equipment for efficient unit operations.
• Conducts patient rounds, anticipates needs, and responds to call lights promptly.
• May serve as a virtual safety associate as needed and support telehealth encounters.

Skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of licensed clinicians. The role emphasizes safety, compassionate care, and teamwork across departments.

Responsibilities include patient rounds, equipment readiness, and support for telehealth coordination as needed. A High School Diploma/GED and BLS upon hire are required to start.