Patient Care Technician: Compassionate, Hands-On Support

100 LCMC Health; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support East Jefferson General Hospital with frontline patient care on day shifts. You will assist with data collection, hygiene, nutrition, and daily tasks, while maintaining a safe and compassionate environment at the bedside.

This role emphasizes teamwork, empathy, and hands-on patient support. Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and current BLS certification; CNA or PCT experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification is required.
• 1 year of Clinical Care experience; CNA or PCT experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect data used for assessment of patients' conditions (vital signs, weights, blood glucose, I&O, etc.).
• Assist with patient hygiene, nutrition, and personal care needs and patient-related tasks.
• Maintain a safe environment and a clean patient care area.
• Complete patient rounding according to assignments to drive patient satisfaction and safety.
• Embrace teamwork and direction in performance of duties.

Skills

BLS certification

Clinical Care experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

LCMC Health is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support East Jefferson General Hospital with frontline patient care on day shifts. You will assist with data collection, hygiene, nutrition, and daily tasks, while maintaining a safe and compassionate environment at the bedside.

This role emphasizes teamwork, empathy, and hands-on patient support. Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and current BLS certification; CNA or PCT experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.