Patient Care Technician Oncology

Ascension; Woodway (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) match

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension Providence in Waco, TX, part of the Ascension health system, is seeking a dedicated nursing support role in Oncology. This full-time position involves 3-12 hour night shifts and daily patient care under the supervision of registered nurses, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and compassionate assistance.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring patient wellbeing, maintaining clinical logs, and ensuring equipment cleanliness.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire date or job transfer date; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• 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.
• CNA/PCT experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care by assisting with daily living activities, personal hygiene, and safe entry or exit protocols.
• Monitor patient well-being by tracking physical, mental, and emotional changes and reporting key findings to nursing staff.
• Ensure accurate documentation by maintaining precise patient records and clinical logs to support the healthcare team.
• Optimize environment safety by keeping patient rooms orderly and ensuring medical equipment is clean and well-maintained.

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Waco, TX

Facility: Ascension Providence

Department: Oncology

Schedule: Full time, 3-12 hour shifts, night shift

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide high-quality patient care by assisting with daily living activities, personal hygiene, and safe entry or exit protocols.
• Monitor patient well-being by tracking physical, mental, and emotional changes and reporting key findings to nursing staff.
• Ensure accurate documentation by maintaining precise patient records and clinical logs to support the healthcare team.
• Optimize environment safety by keeping patient rooms orderly and ensuring medical equipment is clean and well-maintained.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. 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.
• CNA/PCT experience preferred

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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