Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Company: Ascension
Location: Newburgh
Posted on: September 16, 2021

Job Description:

We Are Hiring:

Patient Care Technician (PCT)

• Location: Ascension St. Vincent Evansville Ortho Hospital, Evansville, IN
• Unit/Department: Ortho Services
• Full Time (36 hours per week | 12 hour shifts)
• Night Shift

The Patient Care Technician performs basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision..

• Front Lines: Patient Care Technicians are on the front lines of the care we provide, and for that reason, St. Vincent prides itself in employing some of the best associates in the state of Indiana. And while we pride ourselves in having some of the best in the state, we always welcome exceptional new candidates who are eager to join us.
• Working Together: Patient Care Technicians are at the heart of the care we provide. We work together to achieve a highly collaborative environment that leads to more positive outcomes for you and your patients. We are committed to working together to create change. 

We Provide for Our Associates:

• Teamwork: Our open, highly collaborative work environment allows associates to identify and share ideas across disciplines so we can all give better care.
• Scheduling: From self-scheduling to flexible shifts, we’re implementing new ways to offer our associates more and better options.
• Learning: Beyond helping to identify areas of improvement daily, our associates also get access to a wide range of learning opportunities and support.
• Compensation/Benefits: At Ascension, we provide a competitive compensation package inclusive of a wide range of flexible benefit options. We support work-life balance through generous paid time off and encourage spirituality in the workplace.

St. Vincent has been dedicated to improving the health of Indiana communities we have been privileged to serve for more than 140 years, with 20 health ministries serving in central and southern Indiana. More than 16,000 associates and 3,000 physicians provide a broad range of medical expertise and services - offering compassionate and personalized care for those they serve. St. Vincent is faith based and is a part of the largest non-profit health care system in the US, which means there is more opportunity for you.

We believe that St. Vincent is a top workplace and here are a few reasons you should consider joining the Ascension family:

• We are LOCAL. Our people, our facilities, our patients are all right here in your very own city. We provide local partnerships with community schools and organizations. We serve over 2.2 million patients annually, right here in Indiana.
• We provide for your future, allowing many opportunities to advance and even tuition reimbursement. 
• St. Vincent is the 8th largest employer in the state with 20 hospitals and was voted one of the 15 Best Health Systems in the Nation by Thomson Reuters.  We also have Magnet Designation for nursing, and our Heart Center is rated 5 Stars by CMS. 
• We treat healing as more than just a job at St. Vincent Health. For us it's really a calling. We believe it is our duty and privilege to take care of our patients and their families in body, mind, and spirit.

For us, work is more than the place we go each day. It’s an environment that nurtures relationships, connects talent, and understands patients so we can provide holistic care that treats the whole person: body, mind and spirit. Our innovative approach impacts and influences the community that we serve. If this describes an environment that you would like to be a part of, you may be a good candidate for our team!

What You Will Do:

Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Aid with movement and placement of patients.
• Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Document necessary records.
• Keep patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintain medical equipment.

What You Will Need:

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.

Additional Preferences:

No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team:

Serving the greater Indianapolis area and Evansville, Indiana, Ascension St. Vincent has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. We operate 24 hospitals — in addition to outpatient health centers, physician offices, rehabilitation centers and more — and offer careers in a wide range of services. We provide generous paid time off for work-life balance, a collaborative work environment, professional development opportunities, and more to help our associates flourish personally and professionally. When you join Ascension St. Vincent, you join a diverse team of more than 15,000 associates and 3,000 providers who are dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to all — especially to those most in need. If you are looking to make an immediate impact in your community, explore a career with us today.

When you join Ascension, you join a team of over 160,000 individuals across the country committed to a Mission of serving others and providing compassionate, personalized care to all. Our inclusive culture, continuing education programs, career coaches and benefit offerings are just a few of the resources and tools that team members can use to create a rewarding career path. In fact, Ascension spent nearly $46 million in tuition assistance alone to support associate growth and development. If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to join our team today.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Ascension St. Vincent is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. Associates and Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice:

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Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

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