Patient Care Technician — Full-Time Day Shifts, Growth

Indiana University Health System; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Development opportunities

Job summary

Indiana University Health System seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCA) to enhance bedside care by anticipating patient needs such as assisting with meals, drinks, walking, baths, and providing clean linens and gowns. The PCA supports the bedside RN by obtaining vital signs and reporting changes, while maintaining safety with gait belts and alarms in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Ideal candidates will show compassionate care, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to stay focused amid

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA.
• Ability to read and perform basic math.
• Knowledge of procedures, equipment and standards for patient care activities.
• Good personal hygiene and aseptic techniques to prevent infection.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meals, drinks, walking, baths, and providing clean linens and gowns.
• Provide clinical assistance to bedside RN by obtaining vital signs and reporting abnormalities.
• Maintain patient safety with gait belts and alarms; stay within arm's reach when moving patients.

Skills

Compassionate care

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Education

Basic Life Support certification (BLS)

Job description

Indiana University Health System seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCA) to enhance bedside care by anticipating patient needs such as assisting with meals, drinks, walking, baths, and providing clean linens and gowns. The PCA supports the bedside RN by obtaining vital signs and reporting changes, while maintaining safety with gait belts and alarms in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Ideal candidates will show compassionate care, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to stay focused amid