Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Emergency Care Center

Memorial Health System • Decatur, IL

133d • $16 - $25

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) in the Emergency Care Center is responsible for assisting in the provision of care and comfort for patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. This role involves performing a variety of tasks including hygiene care, assisting with patient activities, serving food, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. The PCT embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency, supporting the organization's mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Completion of a relevant healthcare program (e.g., certified nursing assistant, emergency medical technician-basic, medical assistant, personal care aide, etc.) or active enrollment in core nursing classes.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience performing the essential responsibilities of the patient care technician role.
• CPR certification required or obtained during nursing team onboarding process.
• Basic computer data entry skills.
• Updated knowledge and competency in using equipment related to job duties.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Additional certifications related to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents nursing care measures to meet the physical needs of patients as directed by the registered nurse.
• Provides hygiene and comfort measures, assuring privacy and preventing undue exposure.
• Assists patients with bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, nail care, and shaving.
• Ensures linens are dry, wrinkle-free, and that patients are comfortable.
• Serves and collects food trays and nourishments, records percentage of diet intake.
• Assists with patient activities including ambulation, chair, dangling, and repositioning.
• Provides bed pan/urinal and performs perineal care.
• Performs bladder catheter care and ostomy care as directed.
• Obtains vital signs and reports deviations from normal.
• Records all interventions and observes/report patient responses.
• Maintains safety and security of patient/family/self/others.
• Promotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital.

Benefits

• Up to $1500.00 sign-on bonus.
• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $16.77 to $25.99.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED