Patient Care Technician: Telehealth & In-Hospital Support

1024 Lehigh Valley Hospital - Schuylkill; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) invites you to join a nationally recognized health system as a Patient Care Technician. Under the supervision of licensed clinicians, you will provide direct and indirect patient care while supporting telehealth collaboration and a safe care environment.

You will engage with diverse patients, perform delegated tasks, assist with rounds, and help maintain supplies. LVHN emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and high-quality outcomes, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology relevant to patient care.
• Ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Basic life support (BLS) certification and knowledge of safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.
• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities under supervision of licensed clinicians.
• Maintains a safe patient care environment and helps with equipment and supplies.
• Conducts patient rounds, anticipates needs, and responds to call lights promptly.
• May support telehealth encounters and use related technology as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Interprofessional teamwork

Effective communication

BLS

AHA guidelines

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) invites you to join a nationally recognized health system as a Patient Care Technician. Under the supervision of licensed clinicians, you will provide direct and indirect patient care while supporting telehealth collaboration and a safe care environment.

You will engage with diverse patients, perform delegated tasks, assist with rounds, and help maintain supplies. LVHN emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and high-quality outcomes, with opportunities for