Technician-Unit Support-Full Time Days- Adult Surgical Step Down Unit- West

IU Health; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for Med Surg 2 in Avon, IN. The role supports nurses and the care team, helping patients with daily living activities and mobility while monitoring vital signs and safety.

On a fast-paced unit, you will document care, assist with phlebotomy, and participate in infection control practices, with 12-hour shift options and a commitment to teamwork and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR required through quarterly RQI training.
• Previous acute patient care experience preferred.
• Infection control knowledge and basic medical terminology understood.
• Knowledge of procedures and standards for patient care activities.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with nurses and healthcare team to deliver patient care.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Obtain and report vital signs and observations.
• Perform phlebotomy and other approved tasks.
• Support safety and infection prevention practices.
• Document care activities accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with RNs, LPNs, Charge Nurses, and Unit Secretaries.
• Monitor patient responses and communicate concerns.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Infection control knowledge

Job description

Join Our Team

As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA), you will work closely with nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide compassionate, high-quality patient care and support patients throughout their hospital stay. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy teamwork, staying active, and making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

About Med Surg 2

Med Surg 2 is a fast-paced medical-surgical inpatient unit specializing in the care of adult patients who are preparing for or recovering from surgical procedures. Our patient population primarily includes orthopedic, urology, OB/GYN, and general surgery patients, while also caring for medical patients with infections, wounds, dementia, mental health crises, and chronic health conditions.

Our mission is to provide safe, high-quality care that supports patients in achieving a smooth recovery and returning to their baseline level of health.

Position Responsibilities

As a PCA, you will:

• Partner with nurses and other healthcare team members to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including mobility, bathing, grooming, and toileting.
• Obtain and report vital signs and other patient observations.
• Perform phlebotomy and other approved patient care tasks.
• Support patient safety initiatives and infection prevention practices.
• Document patient care activities accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with RNs, LPNs, Charge Nurses, and Unit Secretaries to ensure excellent patient outcomes.
• Monitor patient responses to interventions and communicate concerns to the healthcare team.

Schedule & Work Expectations

Shift Options

• Day Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
• Night Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:30 AM

Employment Status

• Full-Time: Three (3) 12-hour shifts per week
• Part-Time: Two (2) 12-hour shifts per week

Additional Requirements

• Every third weekend rotation
• Holiday rotation
• Self-scheduling, with schedule preferences considered while balancing overall unit staffing needs
• Consistent availability required; reduced hours or PRN scheduling accommodations are not available at this time

Qualifications

• Required
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• CPR is required through quarterly RQI training.
• Requires previous comparable acute patient care experience
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Requires knowledge of procedures and standards related to patient care activities.
• Requires knowledge of principles of infection control.
• Requires basic computer skills.

Why Join Med Surg 2?

• Work alongside RNs, LPNs, Charge Nurses, and Unit Secretaries.
• Gain experience caring for a diverse surgical and medical patient population.
• Build clinical skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Make a direct impact on patient recovery and hospital experience.
• Join a unit built on TEAM!