Patient Care Technician

Ascension; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) plan

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a dedicated caregiver for the Pensacola, FL location. This full-time evening role supports movement, personal care, and daily living activities for patients in the Cardiology-Pre-Post Cath 001 department.

You will document findings and maintain clean rooms and equipment, contributing to high-quality patient care. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent (or one year of related experience) and a BLS credential within one month of hire.

Qualifications

• Required BLS within 1 month of hire date.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Preferred Nurse Aide credential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with movement and placement of patients.
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Report changes to nursing staff and document records.
• Maintain clean patient rooms and medical equipment.

Skills

Aids with movement

ADL assistance

Documentation

Patient care

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Pensacola, FL
• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola
• Department: Cardiology-Pre-Post Cath 001
• Schedule: Evening | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Aids with movement and placement of patients.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Reports findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Documents necessary records.
• Keeps patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintains medical equipment.

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.
• Preferred Credential(s):
• Nurse Aide.

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

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