Patient Care Technician

Ascension Health; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee assistance program

Counseling services

Spiritual care

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a patient care associate for the Med Surg department at Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands in Sparta, TN. You will provide direct patient support, assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and report findings to nursing staff to ensure high-quality care.

The role emphasizes compassionate bedside care and collaboration with clinicians, with a Day or PRN schedule. CNA certification and BLS are valued, and hospital benefits accompany employment at Ascension.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Aide preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and care for patients with a wide-array of diagnoses.
• Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Take Vital Signs during your shift and report findings to nursing staff.
• Contribute to the positive and encouraging physical, mental and emotional support for each patient.

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.

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Sparta, TN

• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands

• Department: Med Surg

• Schedule: Day | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide support and care for patients with a wide-array of diagnoses.

• Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.

• Take Vital Signs during your shift and report findings to nursing staff.

• Contribute to the positive and encouraging physical, mental and emotional support for each patient.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Nurse Aide preferred.

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

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 16.10

Max Salary 19.90