Senior Patient Care Technician: Compassionate Hands-On Care

Community Health Network (Indianapolis); Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network in Indianapolis is seeking a Senior Patient Care Technician to provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with bathing, hygiene, vital signs, feeding, and patient transport, while greeting and orienting patients to the care area.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, computer basics, and strong communication skills. Training is provided, with opportunities to grow within the care team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to use a computer for documentation and work related purposes.
• Strong written, verbal and nonverbal interpersonal and professional communication skills are required.
• Demonstrates accountability for own actions.
• Provides service in a willing and courteous manner.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize, organize and multi-task.
• Able to take direction well, but also be self-directed and motivated.
• Requires a high degree of responsibility and responsiveness.
• Deal effectively with patients, visitors, situations, and other Care Team members, while maintaining emotional control.

Responsibilities

• The Senior Patient Care Technician works under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Performs direct patient care such as bathing, assisting with elimination, bed making, and vital signs.
• Transports patients and patient-related materials in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Greets and orients patients to the patient care area.
• Performs meal service and feeding assistance functions.
• Provides additional select care to patients.
• Collaborates with other team members to perform other services as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Self-motivation

Emotional control

Professional communication

Accountability

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA license

Nursing school enrollment

Job description

Community Health Network in Indianapolis is seeking a Senior Patient Care Technician to provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with bathing, hygiene, vital signs, feeding, and patient transport, while greeting and orienting patients to the care area.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, computer basics, and strong communication skills. Training is provided, with opportunities to grow within the care team.