Compassionate Patient Care Technician — Hands-On Support

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

Retirement resources

Education support

Discounts

Job summary

LewisGale Medical Center, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support registered nurses and provide hands-on care in a collaborative nursing team. You will assist with daily needs, monitor patients, and contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for our patients.

You will help with vital signs, mobility, and personal care while maintaining infection control and teamwork. BCLS is required within 30 days of employment start date.

Qualifications

• BCLS must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

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

BCLS

Job description

LewisGale Medical Center, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support registered nurses and provide hands-on care in a collaborative nursing team. You will assist with daily needs, monitor patients, and contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for our patients.

You will help with vital signs, mobility, and personal care while maintaining infection control and teamwork. BCLS is required within 30 days of employment start date.