Patient Care Technician - Float Pool

Providence; Newberg (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

TriMet pass

Medical plan assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Counseling services

Job summary

Providence Newberg Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Tech for the Float Pool Unit. This .9 FTE daytime role supports RNs during clinic visits and assists with direct patient care.

The position emphasizes teamwork, patient-centered care, and adherence to clinical protocols, with rotating weekends. Ideal candidates will have a MA, nursing, or EMT background, phlebotomy skills, and experience in acute patient care or clerical support related to documentation.

Qualifications

• Completion of a MA program or nursing/EMT pathway as noted in the posting.
• Experience with direct patient care and data entry.
• Phlebotomy skills with proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in collaboration with the nursing team.
• Assist RN/NP during clinic visits.
• Support documentation and provider/patient charting as needed.

Skills

Acute patient care

Phlebotomy

Data entry

Direct patient care support

Education

MA program

Nursing program

EMT program

Phlebotomy training

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Description

Patient Care Tech – Float Pool Unit at Providence Newberg Medical Center. This posting represents a .9 FTE, day shift opening (7am-7:30pm, 3, 12 hour shifts per week) with rotating weekends.

Works closely with all members of the team to provide direct patient care to optimize positive patient care outcomes. Works independently and assists the registered nurse/nurse practitioner during clinic visits by providing the appropriate procedures.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Newberg Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Benefits

• Free, convenient, and ample parking
• TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit eligible staff who work within the Portland Service Area (does NOT include Wilsonville, Newberg, Seaside, Hood River, Washington State, or Medford)
• Medical Plan Assistance Program- provides free or reduced-cost coverage to caregivers and their eligible dependents who qualify based on household size and income
• Tuition reimbursement/education– includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and masters degrees within Guild catalog. Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap
• Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year
• Retirement - The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions that work together with your pre‑tax (and/orRoth aftertax) contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Lyra Caregiver Assistance program- Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year

Required Qualifications

• Coursework/Training: For hires after 07/26/2023:
• Completion of a MA program (not required to maintain certification after hire), Or
• Completion of first semester nursing program, Or
• EMT program completion (not required to maintain certification after hire) Or
• 1 year of acute patient care experience, Or
• 6 months experience in a direct patient care environment in providing clerical support related to Provider or Patient documentation or charting.
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• Experience with basic data entry.
• 6 months Phlebotomy skills. Must be proficient.
• Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework/Training: EKG Training.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits. Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

About the Team

Providence has been serving the Pacific Northwest since 1856 when Mother Joseph of the Sacred Heart and four other Sisters of Providence arrived in Vancouver, Washington Territory. As the largest healthcare system and largest private employer in Oregon, Providence is located in areas ranging from the Columbia Gorge to the wine country to sunny southern Oregon to charming coastal communities to the urban setting of Portland.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Day
Career Track: Clinical Support
Department: 5008 PNMC NURSING ADMIN
Address: OR Newberg 1001 Providence Dr
Work Location: Providence Newberg Medical Ctr-Newberg
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $20.00 - $29.08
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.