Patient Care Technician, 6B Cardiac

Memorial Health; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 48,125,000 - 74,505,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health, 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

Discount programs

Job summary

Memorial Health in Springfield, IL, is seeking a Patient Care Technician for our 6B Cardiac unit. This full‑time role is on the day shift (6:45am - 7:15pm) with every third weekend commitment, providing hands‑on care to cardiac patients alongside nurses and care teams.

The ideal candidate holds a CNA, is enrolled in nursing school, or has CNA experience, and CPR certification. Cardiac/acute care experience and strong observation skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Cardiac care experience or acute care background preferred.
• Strong observational skills and quick response to changes in patient condition.
• Compassionate caregiver with attention to detail and safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care aligned with patient safety and comfort.
• 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.
• Support cardiac care protocols by preparing patients for tests and treatments.
• Respond promptly to patient call lights, ensuring comfort and safety.
• Collaborate with nurses and providers to maintain unit efficiency.

Skills

Cardiac care

Observation skills

Patient handling

Education

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Enrollment in nursing school (1 semester completed)

2 years CNA experience

CPR certification

Job description

USD $16.77/Hr.
Max USD $25.99/Hr.

Overview

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

Support cardiac patients through essential, hands‑on care. As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) on the 6B Cardiac unit at Springfield Memorial Hospital, you’ll work closely with nurses and care providers to support patients recovering from cardiac events, surgeries and conditions. Your role is vital in helping patients feel safe, comfortable and cared for throughout their hospital stay.

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 cardiac care or acute care preferred
• Strong observational skills and ability to respond quickly to changes in patient condition

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?

• 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.