Patient Care Technician

Join the Patient Care Technician (PCT) team at Avera!





Award Winning Health Care:  Avera has been named among the nation's 15 Top Health Systems, Forbes list of America's Best-in-State Employers and Level 10 Most Wired Health Care Organization by CHIME.

Culture:  Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

You Belong at Avera:  Competitive pay, various shifts to fit your lifestyle and opportunities for career growth.

 

Have you ever had a loved one in the hospital? Then you know how important this role is. A Patient Care Technicians (PCT) role will give you the opportunity to serve as a liaison between healthcare professionals through strong people, customer service and critical thinking skills.

This position may be eligible for a $750 sign on bonus!

Position Highlights:


Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care.
Career Growth: Great opportunity to obtain healthcare experience for those that are looking to further their education in healthcare or be involved in an ever-changing career with upward mobility.
Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve.


Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician performs duties relative to patient care under the direct guidance of a Registered Nurse.  The PCT is responsible to monitor cardiac rhythms during patient transports as delegated by the Registered Nurse, collecting diagnostic data and assisting nursing personnel in providing patient care in their assigned area.

Education and/or Experience


High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
On the job training provided.  Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
Successful completion of basic arrhythmia course preferred.
Previous experience in medical field preferred.
This position requires you to be 16 years of age or older.


Work Schedule


Monday-Friday, 10:00pm-6:30am, 1 scheduled hol per year, occas call; 80hrs/2wks


Pay

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 


$17.50 - $23.00 per hour


 

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