Ortho Patient Care Technician: Compassionate Support

Lee's Summit Medical Center; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, vision

Wellbeing support and counseling

Paid time off and family leave

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition assistance and education

Fertility and family building benefits

Job summary

Lee's Summit Medical Center seeks a Patient Care Technician to join a collaborative nursing team. You’ll support Registered Nurses with hands-on care, monitor patient conditions, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for patients.

You will assist with daily needs, vital signs, mobility, and personal care while contributing to infection control and team readiness. This role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and patient dignity.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• CNA Certification or Education in Lieu of Credential or Certificate must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date
• No Travel Required
• No experience Required Years of Experience

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

Education

CNA Certification / Education in lieu of Credential

Job description

Lee's Summit Medical Center seeks a Patient Care Technician to join a collaborative nursing team. You’ll support Registered Nurses with hands-on care, monitor patient conditions, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for patients.

You will assist with daily needs, vital signs, mobility, and personal care while contributing to infection control and team readiness. This role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and patient dignity.