Patient Care Tech

Ascension Health; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent in Evansville, IN is seeking a full-time patient care associate for the 4 East Med Surg department.

You will assist patients with personal care and daily living activities, support safe movement and positioning, observe changes in status, and maintain clean care spaces in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role requires a high school diploma equivalency or 1 year of related experience, and a BLS certification within 1 month of hire.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 Month (30 days) of hire.
• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care and daily living activities to foster comfort, dignity and optimal well-being.
• Support safe patient movement and positioning to enhance mobility and maintain physical safety.
• Observe and report changes in physical, mental and emotional status to the nursing staff to ensure swift, high-quality care interventions.
• Maintain clean, organized care spaces and medical equipment to provide a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and clinical teams.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location : Evansville, IN

• Facility : Ascension St. Vincent

• Department/Specialty : 4 East Med Surg

• Schedule : Days l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assist patients with personal care and daily living activities to foster comfort, dignity and optimal well-being.

• Support safe patient movement and positioning to enhance mobility and maintain physical safety.

• Observe and report changes in physical, mental and emotional status to the nursing staff to ensure swift, high-quality care interventions.

• Maintain clean, organized care spaces and medical equipment to provide a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and clinical teams.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 17.00

Max Salary 21.00