Patient Care Technician: Compassionate, Team‑Focused Support

Tennova Healthcare- Turkey Creek Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- Turkey Creek Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide high-quality, patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision. The role includes assisting with daily living activities, maintaining a safe environment, and effective communication within the care team.

Responsibilities include collecting data, supporting meals and hygiene, patient positioning, and adherence to infection control protocols. CNA/CPCT credentialing may be preferred.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of acute care experience or current nursing program enrollment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with patient care and ensure a clean, safe environment.
• Document vital signs and other patient data, report to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Support meals, personal care, mobility, and hygiene for patients.
• Position patients and assist with ambulation and mobility aids as needed.
• Follow infection control and PPE protocols; participate in safety initiatives.

Skills

Patient care basics

Multitasking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing program enrollment optional

Job description

Tennova Healthcare- Turkey Creek Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide high-quality, patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision. The role includes assisting with daily living activities, maintaining a safe environment, and effective communication within the care team.

Responsibilities include collecting data, supporting meals and hygiene, patient positioning, and adherence to infection control protocols. CNA/CPCT credentialing may be preferred.