Patient Care Technician, 4E Orthopedics

Memorial Health; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Memorial Health as a Patient Care Technician on the 4E Orthopedics unit, supporting patients in their recovery and essential care. This part-time role involves monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily needs, and collaborating with healthcare professionals in a compassionate environment.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance and voluntary benefits

Mental health services

Employee Assistance Program

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or equivalent.
• Experience in a hospital preferred.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and monitor vital signs.
• Assist with hygiene, mobility, and nutrition.
• Document interventions and patient responses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Compassion

Observation

Education

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Enrollment in nursing school with clinicals completed

Relevant experience in a nursing assistant role

Job description

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USD $16.77/Hr.

Max

USD $25.99/Hr.

Overview

• Part time
• Night shift, 6:45pm - 7:15am
• Every 3rd weekend
  
  

Support patients through surgical and non surgical orthopedic recovery and essential care. As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) on the 4E Orthopedics unit at Springfield Memorial Hospital, you’ll help patients regain strength and independence. 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 reliable and compassionate caregiver who is detail-oriented, responsive and committed to delivering excellent care in a specialized cardiac setting.

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
• CPR certification required or obtained during onboarding
  

Experience

• Experience in a hospital setting preferred
• Strong observational skills and ability to respond quickly to changes in patient condition
  
  

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 accurately
• Prepare 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 cardiac care protocols by preparing patients for tests, procedures and treatments
• 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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