Patient Care Technician- Neuro Stepdown

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-m matched 403(b)

Tuition reimbursement (Vocare)

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and online学习

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Patient Care Technician to perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision at St. Vincent Hospital’s Stepdown/ Neuro unit.

You’ll support nursing staff as the primary eyes and ears, monitor vitals, and assist with mobility and hygiene with a focus on safety and accurate data documentation. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and BLS within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Basic clinical and non-clinical patient care under supervision.
• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire date; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• High school diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.
• Serve as the primary eyes and ears for the nursing staff.
• Monitor vital signs and document data accurately.
• Assist with mobility, hygiene (ADLs), and safe transfers.
• Maintain a sterile environment and ready equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Vital signs monitoring

Education

High School diploma equivalency

1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.

The Patient Care Technician (PCT)âthe backbone of bedside care.

Physical Care: Handling mobility, hygiene (ADLs), and safe transfers.

Clinical Support: Monitoring vital signs and documenting data accurately.

Communication: Acting as the primary "eyes and ears" for the nursing staff.

Safety: Keeping the environment sterile and the equipment ready.

Your future role at a glance

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Facility: St. Vincent Hospital

Department/Specialty: Stepdown/ Neuro

Schedule: Full Time Days

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.
• The Patient Care Technician (PCT)âthe backbone of bedside care.
• Physical Care: Handling mobility, hygiene (ADLs), and safe transfers.
• Clinical Support: Monitoring vital signs and documenting data accurately.
• Communication: Acting as the primary "eyes and ears" for the nursing staff.
• Safety: Keeping the environment sterile and the equipment ready.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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