Patient Care Technician - Compassionate Nurse Support

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

Savings and retirement resources

Education support

Additional benefits

Job summary

LewisGale Medical Center in Salem, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join a collaborative nursing team alongside Registered Nurses. You will support daily patient needs, monitor conditions, and help implement care plans to restore comfort and dignity for patients.

Your responsibilities include assisting with mobility, preparing patients for care, and maintaining safety and infection control through careful handling of supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

• BCLS certification required or obtained within 30 days of start.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort.
• Provide non-medicated care such as dressing changes and skin protection.
• Keep patient areas clean and stocked for safety.
• Manage supplies, equipment, and logs for infection control.
• Communicate with patients, families, and care team to support safety.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

LewisGale Medical Center in Salem, VA is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join a collaborative nursing team alongside Registered Nurses. You will support daily patient needs, monitor conditions, and help implement care plans to restore comfort and dignity for patients.

Your responsibilities include assisting with mobility, preparing patients for care, and maintaining safety and infection control through careful handling of supplies and equipment.