Patient Care Technician Medical Surgical

adventhealth; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is hiring a patient care technician for the Glendale Heights, IL facility. Schedule: 36 hours per week, day shift, with rotating weekends/holidays. Up to a $3,000 sign-on bonus. Performs treatments under supervision, supports unit operations, and upholds safety and infection-control standards.

Applicants should have a High School Grad or equivalent and 1+ PCT-related experience, plus BLS and CNA/CPCT/A/EMT certifications as applicable. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 1+ applicable PCT experience.
• Previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit or equivalent medical experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification required or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Performs treatments and patient care per policy and procedure, appropriate to age and acuity.
• Assists in the delivery of patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Documents and reports all procedures in accordance with department policy.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Education

High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Location and Schedule

• Schedule: Full time
• Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Address: 701 WINTHROP AVE
• City: GLENDALE HEIGHTS
• State: Illinois
• Postal Code: 60139

Job Description

• Schedule: 36 hours/week; 6:30am - 7:00pm, w/rotating weekends and holidays
• Up to a $3,000 sign on bonus
• Performs treatments according to policy and procedure, providing patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture.
• Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies.
• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports quality standards and initiatives.
• Follows prescribed isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of protective equipment, performs handwashing according to policy, and enforces safety regulations.
• Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrades skills continuously.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Assists in the delivery of patient care as a team member under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Documents and reports all procedures in accordance with department policy.
• Participates in obtaining a nursing history and reports abnormalities to the registered nurse.
• Assists in identifying patient needs
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience

• 1+ applicable PCT experience
• Previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary, monitor technician, or equivalent medical experience

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) [Required] OR
• Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) [Required] OR
• Emergency Medical Tech Cert (EMT) [Required]

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) (https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2)

Pay Range

$17.33 - $27.73

Equal Opportunity

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.