Patient Care Technician - Observation Unit (PCT)

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff in delivering quality care at Gateway Hospital. The role offers opportunities for personal growth and professional development, with responsibilities including assistance with hygiene and monitoring patient conditions.

Benefits

Paid training provided

Competitive pay with shift and weekend incentives

Payactiv - Earned wage benefit

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification required within six months of hire.
• Successfully complete PCT classes as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene and mobility for patients.
• Monitor and record vital signs.
• Document important information in patient charts.

Skills

Compassionate care

Detail-oriented

Education

Completion of high school education or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Job Category: Nursing Support

Requisition Number: PATIE008736

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• Posted : May 23, 2025
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Hourly Range : $15.82 USD to $20.56 USD

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Gateway Hospital
4011 Gateway Blvd
Newburgh, IN 47630, USA

Gateway Hospital
4011 Gateway Blvd
Newburgh, IN 47630, USA

Benefits:
We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:

• 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 the Gateway Campus is a 32-bed unit where patients can be observed, treated, and diagnosed. Based on test results, a patient will either be admitted to another inpatient unit or discharged within 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. 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 // B5

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