Patient Care Technician Cardiac

AdventHealth; Western Springs (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental

Paid Time Off from Day One

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in Illinois seeks a dedicated patient care technician for night shift, 36 hours per week, with rotating weekends and holidays. The role offers up to a $3,000 sign-on bonus and supports growth and development within a faith-based care environment.

The position requires CNA or equivalent certification, BLS/CPR, and a background in bedside patient care, with emphasis on safety, teamwork, and respect for patients and families.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification required.
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or NHA CPCT/A or NCCT NCPCT or AMCA PCT-C or EMT cert required.

Responsibilities

• Performs treatments according to policy and procedure, providing patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture.
• Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and supports quality standards and initiatives.
• Follows isolation guidelines, uses protective equipment, and enforces safety regulations.
• Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrades skills continuously.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Assists in delivering patient care under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Documents and reports all procedures per department policy.
• Participates in obtaining nursing history and reports abnormalities to the RN.
• Assists in identifying patient needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Address:

5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD

City:

LA GRANGE

State:

Illinois

Postal Code:

60525

Job Description:

• Schedule: 36 hours/week; Nights 6:30pm - 7:00am, w/rotating weekends and holidays

• Up to a $3,000 sign on bonus

• Performs treatments according to policy and procedure, providing patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture.

• Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies.

• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports quality standards and initiatives.

• Follows prescribed isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of protective equipment, performs handwashing according to policy, and enforces safety regulations.

• Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrades skills continuously.

• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.

• Assists in the delivery of patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse.

• Documents and reports all procedures in accordance with department policy.

• Participates in obtaining a nursing history and reports abnormalities to the registered nurse.

• Assists in identifying patient needs

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience:

• 1+ applicable PCT experience [Preferred]
• Previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary, monitor technician, or equivalent medical experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Required] OR NHA Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) [Required] OR NCCT Patient Care Technician (NCPCT) [Required] OR AMCA Patient Care Technician Certification (PCT-C) [Required] OR Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT)[Required]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$17.33 - $27.73

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.