Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Medical Oncology

Ascension Healthcare; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Indianapolis is seeking dedicated individuals for their Medical Oncology department. The role involves providing essential patient care and support during treatment journeys. Join a team committed to delivering high-quality cancer care and making a positive impact on patients' lives.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits with employer match

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Patient care experience preferred (CNA, EMT, etc.).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Job description

**Details**

+ **Department:** Medical Oncology

+ **Schedule:** 12-hour shifts, Full-time, Day shift, Monday-Friday, Saturday & Sunday

+ **Hospital** : Ascension St. Vincent

+ **Location:** Indianapolis, IN

**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

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

**Responsibilities**

Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.

+ Aid with movement and placement 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.

+ Keep patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintain 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**

Ascension St. Vincent’s Medical Oncology Unit provides the highest level of cancer care to our patients. Come experience the satisfaction that is found in providing care, comfort and emotional support to patients and their families as they walk through the challenges of their cancer treatment journey.

**Patients we serve:**

+ Leukemia

+ Lymphoma

+ Sarcomas

+ Hemophilia

+ Chemotherapy

+ Sickle Cell

+ Palliative Care/Symptom Management

+ End of Life Care

**Patient Care experience preferred** (CNA, Home Health Aide, Patient Care Technician, Caregiver, EMT, MA etc.)

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more.

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**

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.

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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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