Patient Care Technician

Endeavor Health • Elmhurst, NY

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and follows established procedures to perform patient care tasks and procedures needed to support patients’ care, comfort, and safety. This position is assigned to the CV Unit at Elmhurst Main Hospital Campus and may float to any inpatient unit, including PCCU. Required travel is not expected. If census is low and the technician is not needed in other areas, call may apply.

Requirements

• Current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Successful completion of an accredited nursing assistant training course, or at least six months of previous patient care experience or equivalent, or completion of one nursing clinical rotation.
• Successful completion of the Care Companion Course within six months of hire when required by the department.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including teamwork, ability to prioritize, and ability to receive and follow through on directions.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care tasks and procedures under the direction of a Registered Nurse and according to established procedures.
• Support the care, comfort, and safety of patients.
• Float to inpatient units, including PCCU, as needed.

Benefits

• Premium pay, such as shift, on-call, and holiday pay, for eligible positions.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Career pathways to promote professional growth and development.
• Various medical, dental, and vision options.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free parking at designated locations.
• Wellness Program Savings Plan.
• Health Savings Account options.
• Retirement options with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Community involvement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed