Patient Care Technician, 2B General Surgery

Memorial Health; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Continuing education

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Memorial Health currently seeks a Patient Care Technician on the 2B General Surgery unit at Springfield Memorial Hospital in Springfield, IL. The role supports post-surgical recovery, with mobility, vital signs monitoring and documentation to ensure patient safety and comfort.

The ideal candidate is CNA certified or in nursing school with clinicals, or has nursing assistant experience, with CPR on onboarding. Benefits include PTO, health plans and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Direct patient care with safety and comfort focus.
• Strong communication with patients and families in fast-paced inpatient settings.
• Collaborative care with nurses and physicians to support recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care aligned with patient safety and comfort standards
• Assist with ambulation, nutrition, hygiene and toileting support
• Document interventions, observations and patient responses accurately
• Prepare patients for cardiac monitoring and procedures as directed
• Maintain a clean and organized care environment in collaboration with the team
• Assist patients with hygiene, mobility, feeding and toileting needs with care and dignity
• Monitor and document vital signs, blood glucose, intake/output and observations
• Support recovery by helping ambulation, repositioning and daily activities
• Respond promptly to patient call lights, ensuring comfort and safety
• Collaborate with nurses and providers to maintain a clean, organized unit

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Inpatient care

Education

CNA

Enrollment in nursing school with one semester clinicals

Two years of nursing assistant experience

Job description

USD $16.77/Hr.

Max

USD $25.99/Hr.

Overview

• Full time
• Day shift, 6:45am - 7:15pm
• Every third weekend

Support patients through post-surgical recovery and essential care. As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) on the 2B General Surgery unit at Springfield Memorial Hospital, you’ll help patients regain strength and independence after surgery. From mobility support to monitoring vital signs, you’ll play a key role in recovery and healing on a unit that values teamwork, precision and compassion.

Qualifications

Who We’re Looking For:

A compassionate, dependable caregiver who thrives in inpatient settings and is committed to patient safety, comfort and teamwork.

Education, Licensures & Certifications

• One of the following is required:
  • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
  • Enrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed
  • Two (2) years of relevant experience in a nursing assistant role
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• CPR certification required or obtained during onboarding

Experience

• Experience in surgical or post-op patient care preferred
• Strong communication skills and comfort working in fast-paced environments

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care aligned with patient safety and comfort standards
• Assist with ambulation, nutrition, hygiene and toileting support
• Document interventions, observations and patient responses accuratelyPrepare patients for cardiac monitoring and procedures as directed
• Maintain a clean and organized care environment in collaboration with the team

What You’ll Do

• Assist patients with hygiene, mobility, feeding and toileting needs with care and dignity
• Monitor and document vital signs, blood glucose levels, intake/output and patient observations
• Support recovery by helping patients with ambulation, repositioning and daily activities
• Respond promptly to patient call lights, ensuring comfort and safety
• Collaborate with nurses and providers to maintain a clean, organized and efficient unit

Why Join Us?

At Memorial Health, we invest in your professional development, well-being and career growth with:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Continuing education opportunities
• Life insurance and voluntary benefits
• Mental health services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption assistance
• Local and national discounts

Location:

This position is based at Springfield Memorial Hospital in Springfield, IL, part of Memorial Health’s network of care.