Patient Care Technician - Observation (PCT)

Gibsongeneral; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Evansville is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support patient care alongside nurses. This role involves assisting with daily personal hygiene tasks, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support to patients. Entry-level candidates are welcome, and training will be provided, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to begin a healthcare career.

Benefits

Free access to fitness centers

Payactiv - Earned wage benefit

Competitive pay with shift and weekend incentives

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification within six months of hire
• Completion of required PCT classes

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene including bathing and toileting
• Monitor and record vital signs
• Provide compassionate care to patients

Skills

Compassion

Detail-oriented

Critical thinking

Education

High school education or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Job Category: Nursing Support

Requisition Number: PATIE008038

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• Posted : May 30, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Hourly Range : $15.82 USD to $20.56 USD

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Midtown Hospital
600 Mary St
Evansville, IN 47710, USA

Midtown Hospital
600 Mary St
Evansville, IN 47710, USA

We pride ourselves on retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success.

• Free access to fitness centers, where health coaches are available to help with workout plans
• Payactiv-Earned wage benefit- Work today, get paid tomorrow
• Competitive pay with shift and weekend incentives

Job Overview:

As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you’ll work closely with nurses to provide hands-on care and support to patients. Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with personal hygiene, including bathing, brushing teeth, toileting, and changing linens
• Helping patients with mobility, repositioning, and transfers
• Monitoring and recording vital signs
• Documenting important information in patient charts
• Providing compassionate care, including support for patients nearing the end of life

This role involves exposure to bodily fluidsand dynamic and sensitive situations. If you’re compassionate, resilient, and detail-oriented, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring quality care and making a real difference in our patients' lives.

Unit Description:

TheObservation Unitat Midtown Campus is an 18- bed unit with negative air flow and remote tele capabilities where patients can be observed, treated, and diagnosed. Based on test results, a patient will either be admitted or discharged within a goal of an 8-24-hour window. Clinical staff will have the opportunity to care for a wide range of diagnoses while demonstrating critical thinking and time management skills in a fast paced environment. Observation rounds are held daily with case management, social work, physician and NP to coordinate care for the patient. As part of the Observation Unit, staff will work closely with patients and families in a rewarding environment by coordinating results and communicating with the Deaconess Care Team.

Required: Certifications/Licenses/Education:

• Basic Life Support: Health Care Provider, within six months of hire.
• Completion of a high school education or equivalent (GED) preferred
• Successfully complete PCT classes as required by care center/unit.

Other Key Words: Entry-Level, Patient Care Technician, No Experience Required, Paid Training Provided, On-the-Job Training, Career Growth, CNA, PCT, Observation Unit, Obs, 2600

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