patient care tech

Hospital Sisters Health System • Decatur, IL

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About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Patient Care Tech provides direct and non-direct patient care within their scope of practice. The role requires understanding and responding effectively to patients’ unique needs and collaborating with the healthcare team to provide safe patient care.

The position is with HSHS, a healthcare system serving communities in Illinois and Wisconsin. The organization describes a culture grounded in respect, care, competence, and joy, and a commitment to improving processes, procedures, and outcomes through current technologies and treatments.

The listed pay range is $17.00–$23.80. Actual pay depends on factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications, and education. Scheduled weekly hours are listed as 0. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an approved school for Medical Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant, successful completion of a Patient Care Technician program, or an active EMT license.
• One year of experience in patient or clinical care may be considered in lieu of the specified education or training.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and non-direct patient care within the role’s scope of practice under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Understand and respond effectively to the unique needs of patients.
• Collaborate with members of the healthcare team to provide safe patient care.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for eligible colleagues.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) combining vacation, sick, and personal days.
• Retirement benefits, including HSHS contributions.
• Education assistance up to $5,250 per calendar year and tuition discounts at select colleges.
• Adoption assistance up to $7,500.
• Wellness program with incentives.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• Identity theft coverage.
• Colleague rewards and recognition program.
• Discount program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED