Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Cardiothoracic Stepdown

Ascension; Indianapolis, Cary (IN, NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Patient Care Technicians to join their compassionate team. This part-time role involves providing essential support to patients, particularly those with cardiovascular conditions. You will engage in basic clinical tasks, assist with personal care, and ensure a clean and safe environment for patients. With a commitment to quality care and community service, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while growing your career in a supportive healthcare environment.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Parental Leave

Community Giving Opportunities

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• High school diploma or 1 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care and daily living activities.
• Maintain cleanliness of patient rooms and medical equipment.
• Report changes in patients' conditions to nursing staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Clinical Skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Relevant Job Experience

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department: Cardiothoracic Stepdown
• Schedule: Part-Time Day; two 12-hour shifts, E/3rd weekend, holiday rotation
• Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent
• Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

We are a 48-bed high-acuity ICU stepdown unit offering bedside cardiac care. Our patient care technicians (PCTs) provide assistance in support of our nurses, focusing on a subset of heart failure patients with LVADs. We also care for open heart surgeries (CABG, valve repair, etc.), heart transplants, kidney transplants, leg bypasses, and various cardiovascular conditions requiring chest tubes. Join our dedicated, highly skilled team as we work together to provide quality, compassionate, innovative, patient-centered care!

Prefer hospital experience and bedside patient care support.

What You Will Do

• Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.
• Aid in movement and positioning of patients.
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Report changes in physical, mental, or emotional conditions to nursing staff and document necessary records.
• Maintain patient rooms, keep them clean and orderly, and ensure medical equipment is functioning properly.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire or transfer date. Acceptable from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent OR 1 year of relevant job experience.
  Note: Professional licensure or certification can substitute for education or experience if applicable.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has provided rewarding healthcare careers for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals across Indianapolis and Evansville, we offer diverse opportunities in acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health, and more.

As a leading non-profit, faith-based health system with over 134,000 associates and 2,600 care sites, including hospitals and senior living communities across 19 states, we are committed to our Mission, Vision, and Values. Every team member is empowered to contribute to their community through volunteering and outreach. Join us to make a positive impact and grow your career.

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We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected class under law. For more information, see our EEO posters in English and Spanish.

We support military families and promote career flexibility, encouraging veterans, reservists, and spouses to bring their unique skills to our team.

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Benefits

We offer paid time off, various health insurance and wellness plans, retirement benefits with employer matching, disability coverage, employee assistance programs, parental leave and adoption support, tuition reimbursement, and community giving opportunities.

Benefits and eligibility vary by position. Compensation depends on experience, skills, education, performance, and salary range at the time of offer.