Patient Care Technician - Cardiovascular Stepdown Unit - Night Shift

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph's Health in Syracuse, NY, seeks a dedicated nursing-support professional to deliver direct patient care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes tasks not requiring nursing judgment or medication administration, including phlebotomy and EKG procedures.

The position is full-time with a 12-hour night shift and rotating weekend/holiday schedule; initial training occurs during the day. High school diploma and basic computer skills are required, with CPR/BLS and first aid provided on hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical background or related experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills required and used daily.
• Participates in orientation and ongoing education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Perform tasks not requiring nursing judgments or medication administration.
• Include phlebotomy and EKG procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS/CPR certification

First Aid training

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Night Shift

Description

Rotating schedule:
7:00pm - 7:30am - The schedule includes working a weekend and holiday rotation
INTIAL TRAINING IS DURING THE DAY

MISSION STATEMENT

We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

POSITION SUMMARY

Delivers direct patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Performs tasks that do not require nursing judgements or administration of medications.

Duties include, but not limited to: Phlebotomy and EKG.

Is accountable for the patient care they deliver. Adheres to St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center standards of care and practice.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Medical background, mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity preferred.

Basic computer skills required

Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Current BLS/CPR certification and First Aid training provided upon hire

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS

Office/Clinical setting. Exposure class I.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Heavy work: requires standing, lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $17.25 - $21.45

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.