Patient Care Technician: Sign-On Bonus & Nursing Pathways

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per

Full benefits from day one

Shift differentials

Nurse education support

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA. The role offers day shifts with a 36-hour work week, a sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, and potential pay differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends.

This full-time position emphasizes reliable attendance, teamwork, and high-quality patient care under RN supervision. Primary duties include ADL assistance, vital signs, and point-of-care testing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow directions and complete orientation.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (Hygiene, mobility, meals).
• Take vital signs, monitor patient status and daily weights.
• Perform point-of-care testing and specimen handling.
• Support nursing staff and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Job description

Geisinger is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA. The role offers day shifts with a 36-hour work week, a sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, and potential pay differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends.

This full-time position emphasizes reliable attendance, teamwork, and high-quality patient care under RN supervision. Primary duties include ADL assistance, vital signs, and point-of-care testing.