Patient Care Tech

Ernest Health•Centennial, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician provides direct bedside care to patients at Inverness Rehabilitation Hospital, a 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility in Englewood, Colorado. The hospital serves patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, orthopedic conditions, and other complex medical needs requiring intensive therapy. Its interdisciplinary team works with patients and families toward individualized recovery goals, functional independence, and successful transitions home. The technician works under the supervision of a registered nurse and integrates the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice. This is a full-time opportunity with day or night shifts. The posted compensation range is $19.29 per hour to $25.50 per year as stated in the posting; pay decisions depend on factors such as skills, experience, education, training, licensure, certifications, and organizational needs.

Requirements

Experience as a CNA or Patient Care Technician is required.
Current CPR certification is required.
CPR certification is required.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Awareness of current infection-control requirements and practices.
Clinical proficiency using policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Appropriate use of supplies and equipment.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.

Nice To Haves

CNA certification is preferred, except that a CNA license is required in Idaho, Utah, and Wyoming; in South Carolina it is required only if beds are licensed as a skilled nursing unit.
STNA is preferred in Ohio.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
One year of experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct bedside care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.

Benefits

PPO and high-deductible medical plan options.
Flexible spending and health savings account options.
Dental and vision coverage.
401(k) with employer matching.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Competitive compensation and shift differentials.
PCT Career Path pay.
Employee Assistance Program.
Wellness program with quarterly wellness challenges and participation incentives.
Earned time off accruing from the start date.
Clinical Career Ladder bonus program.
Nursing Preceptor bonus program.
Continuing education opportunities.
Recognition, wellness, and retention programs.