Patient Care Tech — Caring Team, Competitive Benefits

HCA-Florida-Putnam-Hospital-; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

Savings and retirement resources

Education support

Fertility and family building

Life insurance

Identity theft protection

Consumer discounts

Job summary

HCA Florida Putnam Hospital in Palatka, FL is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses and provide hands-on patient care, ensuring safety and comfort. You will assist with vital signs, mobility, and daily care while helping monitor conditions and carry out care plans.

This role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and effective communication with patients, families, and the care team, and includes opportunities for growth within a large healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year experience (healthcare or related role) 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

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

HCA Florida Putnam Hospital in Palatka, FL is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses and provide hands-on patient care, ensuring safety and comfort. You will assist with vital signs, mobility, and daily care while helping monitor conditions and carry out care plans.

This role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and effective communication with patients, families, and the care team, and includes opportunities for growth within a large healthcare system.