Patient Care Technician-Emergency Department-Days

Davita Inc.; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Patient Care Tech to join their team at Evanston Hospital. The role involves assessing patients, effective communication, and performing physical tasks while providing quality care. Full-time position with excellent benefits including medical, dental, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet insurance options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Savings Plan

Health Savings Account options

Retirement plans with company match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Community involvement opportunities

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the US.
• Completion of at least one nursing clinical rotation preferred.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients visually and read/record patient charts accurately.
• Utilize patient movement equipment for non-emergency transfers.
• Perform physical activities such as sitting, standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Education

Completion of accredited CNA training course

Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$18.84 - $27.32 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Patient Care Tech - Emergency Department - Days
Position Highlights:

• Position: Patient Care Tech
• Location: Evanston Hospital
• Full-time: 36 hours per week
• Hours: Day shift (7am-7:30pm & 9am-9:30pm) w/ rotating weekends

What you will do:

• Perform duties involving mental, visual, auditory attention, and manual dexterity for sustained periods.
• Assess patients visually and read/record patient charts accurately.
• Communicate effectively with patients, healthcare team, and coworkers, including those wearing masks.
• Potential exposure to blood, body fluids, hazardous chemicals, and other infectious materials.
• Work under pressure to meet patient care needs.
• Utilize patient movement equipment for non-emergency transfers.
• Assist with lifting up to 50 pounds in urgent situations.
• Wear appropriate PPE, including N95 masks/PAPR when applicable.
• Perform physical activities such as sitting, standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift.

What you will need:

• Eligible to work in the US.
• Completion of an accredited CNA training course preferred.
• Completion of at least one nursing clinical rotation in medical or surgical nursing preferred.
• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association). If not current, must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, prioritization, and ability to follow instructions.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits (Full-time or Part-time):

• Career development opportunities.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet insurance options.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Free Parking.
• Wellness Savings Plan.
• Health Savings Account options.
• Retirement plans with company match.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• Community involvement opportunities.

Endeavor Health is committed to providing access to quality, community-connected care across northeast Illinois, with over 25,000 team members and 6,000 physicians at more than 300 locations and 8 hospitals, including Edward, Elmhurst, Evanston, and others, all recognized for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.
Join Endeavor Health to achieve your career goals and maximize your potential. Explore our website to learn more about our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best.
We are committed to reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe our strength lies in our differences, enabling us to provide community-connected healthcare for all.
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