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Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Deaconess Health System
Are you looking for a rewarding career in healthcare where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others? At Deaconess Health System, our Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) are vital members of the care team, helping deliver compassionate, patient-centered care to the communities we serve.
If you have a passion for helping people and want to start or grow your career in healthcare, this is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience while making an impact every day.
Position Overview
As a Patient Care Technician, you will provide direct patient care and support nurses and clinical staff in creating a safe, comfortable, and healing environment for patients and their families. PCTs are essential in helping ensure patients receive the attentive, respectful, and patient-centered care that defines the Deaconess experience.
This role is an excellent starting point for individuals interested in building a long-term healthcare career, with opportunities for learning, growth, and advancement within our health system.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with direct patient care, including activities of daily living such as bathing, mobility, and comfort measures
- Must be able to safely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
- Monitor and document vital signs and patient information
- Support nurses and the care team in delivering high-quality patient-centered care
- Provide compassionate support to patients and families
- Maintain a clean, safe, and respectful care environment
Training & Development
On-the-job training is provided, and team members will complete PCT training classes as required by the care center or unit to ensure they are fully prepared to provide excellent patient care.
Schedule & Locations
We offer flexible scheduling options with day, evening, and night shifts available across multiple Deaconess locations, allowing you to find an opportunity that fits your lifestyle and career goals.
Qualities We’re Looking For
The most successful Patient Care Technicians demonstrate:
- Compassion – A genuine desire to care for and support patients
- Empathy – The ability to understand and respond to patient needs
- Reliability – Dependable team members who take pride in their work
- Strong Communication – Clear, respectful interaction with patients, families, and team members
- Teamwork – A collaborative mindset and willingness to support others
- Comfort working in a clinical environment, including exposure to bodily fluids, medical conditions, and the sights and smells common in patient care settings
Required: Certifications / Licenses / Education
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Health Care Provider certification within six months of hire
- Completion of a high school education or equivalent (GED) preferred
- Successful completion of PCT classes as required by the care center/unit
Start your healthcare career with Deaconess Health System and be part of a team committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care every day.
Salary : $16 - $23