Patient Care Technician — Sign-On & Growth Path

Geisinger; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits from day one

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000/yr

Life insurance & disability coverage

401(k) with company contributions

On-the-job training & career growth

Job summary

Geisinger Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff on the Advanced Acute Care units in Danville. The role offers opportunities for sign-on bonuses and shift differentials, with a minimum hiring rate of $18.94 per hour and potential support for nursing education.

Ideal candidates demonstrate reliability, teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to meet scheduling requirements for a full-time, 36-hour weekly schedule. Training is provided to new staff.

Qualifications

• Collaborative patient care support skills essential.
• Fundamental computer literacy for charting and orders.
• Basic healthcare teamwork and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living under RN supervision.
• Document accurate patient information and care notes.
• Take/record vital signs and daily weights; perform point-of-care testing.
• Coordinate patient transport and schedule tests; manage supplies.
• Support safety checks and ensure patient comfort and dignity.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Computer Literacy

Mathematics

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Geisinger Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff on the Advanced Acute Care units in Danville. The role offers opportunities for sign-on bonuses and shift differentials, with a minimum hiring rate of $18.94 per hour and potential support for nursing education.

Ideal candidates demonstrate reliability, teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to meet scheduling requirements for a full-time, 36-hour weekly schedule. Training is provided to new staff.