Patient Care Technician

Parkview Health; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkview Health in Fort Wayne, Indiana is seeking individuals to deliver high-quality patient care under nurse supervision. Responsibilities include ensuring excellence in care and adhering to standards.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, CPR certification within 60 days of hire, and experience in a patient care setting preferred. Additional qualifications include the ability to lift 50 pounds and demonstrate critical thinking skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a HS Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in patient care preferred.
• Must obtain CPR certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the delivery of quality care and service excellence.
• Adheres to the Parkview Health Standards of Behavior.

Skills

General computer skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPR certification

CNA/EMT/Paramedic certification

Job description

Overview

Under the direction of a licensed Nurse and with respect for human dignity delivers a variety of high-quality care, and will perform the basic patient care that meets the needs and uniqueness of assigned patients.

Responsibilities

• Is responsible for the delivery of quality care and service excellence; and adheres to the PH Standards of Behavior.

Education

• Must have a HS Diploma or GED.
• If candidate is at least 17 years of age but does not yet have a current high school diploma/GED, the following requirements must be met: must be actively working towards high school diploma/GED and receive within 2 years of hire.

Licensure & Certification

• Must obtain CPR certification within 60 days of hire.
• CNA/EMT/Paramedic certification preferred.
• If assigned to the Parkview Randallia Family Birthing Center, PCTs must be bonded as a notary public within 6 months of hire for those 18 years and older.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience working in the patient care setting preferred, but not required.

Other Qualifications

• Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of general computer skills and applications.
• Demonstrates ability to multi-task and work independently using critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Must be able to attend four (4) days of New Hire/Patient Care/EPIC Orientation. Typical Orientation schedule is Monday (All Day), Tuesday (All Day), Wednesday (All Day) and Thursday (All Day).