Patient Care Technician- PCT

Ascension; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Community involvement

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Waco, Texas is seeking a dedicated individual to perform basic patient care tasks under supervision. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and secure BLS certification within 30 days of employment. Join a long-standing team in a rewarding career in healthcare, assisting in daily patient care and maintaining a hygienic environment.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire date is required.
• Required professional licensure/certification can replace education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities.
• Aid with entry and exit of patients.
• Assist patients with personal care and daily living activities.
• Report changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
• Maintain cleanliness of patient rooms and medical equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable job experience

1 year of relevant experience

Job description

Overview

Department: 4 NORTH

Schedule: FT Day

Hospital: Ascension Providence

Location: Waco, Texas

Details

Be among the first 25 applicants

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

Note: Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision in assigned area.
• Aid with entry and exit of patients.
• Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Document necessary records.
• Responsible for keeping patient rooms clean and orderly as well as maintaining medical equipment.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• 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.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Providence, based in Waco, Texas has provided thousands of associates and caregivers a rewarding career in healthcare since 1905. When you join Ascension Providence, you will become part of a team that operates more than 30 primary and specialty care clinics, inpatient and outpatient behavioral health programs, and full-service hospital with advanced surgical care and 24/7 emergency care for life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Join us and create a career path you will love.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Employer and applicants for employment are treated 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, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable law.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.