Patient Care Technician: Compassionate Support for Recovery

Parkridge Medical Center; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Wellbeing support and counseling

Paid time off and family leave

Education support and tuition

Job summary

Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join a collaborative nursing team. You will assist with vital signs, mobility and personal care, supporting RNs in delivering hands-on care and helping create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. The role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and attention to detail as you monitor conditions and carry out care plans to help improve lives each day.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification required 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, organized and stocked to maintain safety and efficiency.
• Manage supplies, equipment and logs to support infection control and team readiness.
• Communicate kindly with patients, families and the care team to support safety and quality.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join a collaborative nursing team. You will assist with vital signs, mobility and personal care, supporting RNs in delivering hands-on care and helping create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. The role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and attention to detail as you monitor conditions and carry out care plans to help improve lives each day.