Patient Care Technician

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network in Indianapolis is seeking individuals to perform direct patient care including bathing, vital signs, and meal service. Candidates must work well in teams, possess excellent communication skills, and hold a high school diploma or GED.

This role requires the ability to prioritize tasks and effectively interact with patients and team members, ensuring a courteous service at all times. Full-time training is mandatory for one week.

Qualifications

• Strong written, verbal, and nonverbal interpersonal and professional communication skills required.
• Ability to use a computer for documentation and work-related purposes.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize, organize, and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care such as bathing and vital signs.
• Transports patients and patient‑related materials safely.
• Greets and orients patients to the patient care area.

Skills

Collaboration in team settings

Excellent communication skills

Positive attitude towards problem-solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care such as bathing, assisting with elimination, bed making, and vital signs.
• Transports patients and patient‑related materials in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Greets and orients patients to the patient care area.
• Performs meal service and feeding assistance functions.
• Provides additional selected care to patients.
• Collaborates with other team members to perform other services as directed.

Exceptional Skills and Qualifications

• Collaborate with others in a team setting, have excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude toward problem‑solving.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to use a computer for documentation and work related purposes.
• Strong written, verbal, and nonverbal interpersonal and professional communication skills required.
• Demonstrates accountability for own actions.
• Provides service in a willing and courteous manner.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize, organize, and multi‑task.
• Able to take direction well, but also be self‑directed and motivated.
• Requires a high degree of responsibility and responsiveness.
• Deals effectively with patients, visitors, situations, and other Care Team members while maintaining emotional control.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to lift.
• Must be available for one week of full‑time training.