Sr Patient Care Technician

Community Health Network; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network in Fishers, Indiana, is seeking a Senior Patient Care Technician who will work under the direction of a Registered Nurse. This role involves performing direct patient care, assisting with vital signs, and collaborating with the healthcare team.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and some clinical experience. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• Ability to use a computer for documentation.
• Demonstrates accountability for actions.
• Provides service in a courteous manner.
• Dealing effectively with patients while maintaining emotional control.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care like bathing and vital signs.
• Transports patients and related materials safely.
• Greets and orients patients to care areas.
• Assists with meal service and feeding.
• Collaborates with team members for services.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication skills

Problem-solving attitude

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Organizational skills

Self-direction

Responsiveness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Clinical Experience or CNA license

Job description

Join Community Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you.

Make a Difference

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.

Exceptional Skills and Qualifications

• Applicants for this position should be able to collaborate with others in a team setting, have excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude toward problem‑solving.
• 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.
• Deals effectively with patients, visitors, situations, and other Care Team members, while maintaining emotional control.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to lift.
• Must be available for one week of full‑time training.
• Three (3) months of Clinical Experience or CNA license required OR currently enrolled in Nursing school.