Patient Care Technician PCT Behavioral Geriatric Treatment Unit

Texas Health Huguley FWS; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Behavioral Geriatric Treatment Unit. This full-time role involves providing essential patient care under the supervision of nursing staff. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with experience in geriatrics preferred. The position offers various benefits from day one, including paid time off and a student loan repayment program.

Benefits

Benefits from Day One

Paid Time Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Paid Parental Leave

Debt-free Education

Qualifications

• Experience with geriatrics/memory care/behavioral health patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic and advanced validated clinical and non-clinical patient care activities.
• Assists patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Reports findings or changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.

Skills

Geriatrics

Behavioral Health

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Provider

Emergency Medical Tech

Job description

Job Description - Patient Care Technician PCT Behavioral Geriatric Treatment Unit (25019052)

Job Description

Patient Care Technician PCT Behavioral Geriatric Treatment Unit (

Job Number:

25019052

Description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One for FT/PT positions
• Paid Time Off from Day One for FT/PT positions
• Student Loan Repayment Program for FT/PT positions
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Paid Parental Leave (FT positions only)
• Debt-free Education (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full-time 36 hours/week; Nights 7-7a; Every other weekend and rotating holidays

Location: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth GlenOaks Hospital, Behavioral Health Geriatric Treatment Unit, 701 Winthrop Ave, Glendale Heights, IL

The role you’ll contribute:

• Performs basic and advanced validated clinical and non-clinical patient care activities as delegated by supervising nurse in assigned area.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Aids with movement and placement of patients.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Reports findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Documents necessary records.
• Keeps patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintains medical equipment.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Work experience not required.
• Experience with geriatrics/memory care/behavioral health patients preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION:

• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following required:
• Emergency Medical Tech credentialed from the Illinois Board of Division of Emergency Medical Services and Highway Safety obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Intermediate or Advanced also acceptable.
• Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Illinois Department of Public Health obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.