Patient Care Technician

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Family benefits

Legal and pet insurance

Transit benefits

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the ICU/Medical unit at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. The position offers part-time night shifts and focuses on bedside care, vital sign monitoring, and collaboration with the nursing team.

Responsibilities include assisting with mobility, hygiene, safety, and accurate data documentation. Required BLS certification within 30 days of hire; high school diploma equivalency or related experience is acceptable.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 1 month of hire date (AHA or ARC accepted).
• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable job-specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care including mobility, hygiene (ADLs), and safe transfers.
• Monitor vital signs and document data accurately.
• Serve as primary eyes and ears for nursing staff and communicate observations.
• Maintain a sterile environment and ensure equipment is ready for use.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care

Team communication

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Job description

• The Patient Care Technician (PCT)âthe backbone of bedside care.
• Physical Care: Handling mobility, hygiene (ADLs), and safe transfers.
• Clinical Support: Monitoring vital signs and documenting data accurately.
• Communication: Acting as the primary "eyes and ears" for the nursing staff.
• Safety: Keeping the environment sterile and the equipment ready.

Your future role at a glance

Location:

Indianapolis, Indiana

Facility:

St. Vincent Hospital

Department/Specialty

ICU/Medical

Schedule:

Part Time Nights

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• The Patient Care Technician (PCT)âthe backbone of bedside care.
• Physical Care: Handling mobility, hygiene (ADLs), and safe transfers.
• Clinical Support: Monitoring vital signs and documenting data accurately.
• Communication: Acting as the primary "eyes and ears" for the nursing staff.
• Safety: Keeping the environment sterile and the equipment ready.

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: 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) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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