Patient Care Technician - Medical Unit - Days

Edward Elmhurst Health; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 25,953 - 37,636; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options

Free Parking at designated locations

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Edward Elmhurst Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Inpatient General Medical/Surgical Unit located at Elmhurst Main Hospital. This full-time position involves providing essential patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, involving 36 hours per week with three 12-hour shifts.

The ideal candidate must possess a current CPR certification, have completed a nursing assistant training course, or have equivalent experience. Significant benefits include premium pay options, medical and dental benefits, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart Association required.
• Successful completion of a nursing assistant training course or equivalent experience.
• Must complete the Care Companion Course within six months when required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care tasks according to established procedures.
• Work under the direction of a Registered Nurse to ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Assist patients with daily activities as needed.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to prioritize

Ability to follow directions

Education

Completion of accredited nursing assistant training course or clinical rotation

Tools

Basic medical equipment

Job description

## Patient Care Technician - Medical Unit - DaysApplylocations: EMH Main Hospital Elmhursttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R44388**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.**Position Highlights:*** **Position**: Patient Care Technician - Inpatient General Medical/Surgical Unit* **Location**: Elmhurst Main Hospital Campus - 155 E. Brush Hill Rd., Elmhurst, IL 60126* **Full-Time:** 36 hours per week* **Hours**:7am-7pm (three 12 hour shifts) with every 3rd weekend rotation and holiday track**What you will do:**The Patient Care Tech, under the directions of a Registered Nurse (RN) and, according to established procedures, performs patient care tasks and patient care procedures necessary to provide for the care, comfort and safety of patients.**What you will need:*** Education: N/A* Certification: Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart Association* Experience: Successful completion of an accredited nursing assistant training course or minimum six months of previous patient care experience or equivalent or completion of one nursing clinical rotation* Successful completion of care Companion Course within six months of hire when course is required by the department.* Unique or Preferred Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills including teamwork, ability to prioritize, ability to receive and follow through on directions.**Benefits (For full time or part time positions):*** Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (for eligible positions)* Incentive pay for select positions* Opportunity for Annual increases based on performance + Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development* Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options + Tuition Reimbursement + Free Parking at designated locations + Wellness Program Savings Plan + Health Savings Account Options + Retirement Options with Company Match + Paid Time Off + Community Involvement OpportunitiesEndeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.