Patient Care Technician
- Parkview Health
- Fort Wayne, IN, USA
Job Description
Patient Care Technician
Job Info
Job Description
Under the direction of a licensed Nurse and with respect for human dignity delivers a variety of high quality, Under the direction of a licensed Nurse and with respect for human dignity delivers a variety of high quality, basic patient care services that meet the needs and uniqueness of assigned patients. Is responsible for the delivery of quality care and service excellence; and adheres to the PH Standards of Behavior.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED. If candidate is at least 17 years of age but does not have a current High School diploma or GED, must meet the following requirements:
Must be actively working towards High School Diploma or GED and receive within 2 years of hire.
LICENSURE
Must obtain CPR certification within 60 days of hire. CNA/EMT/Paramedic certification preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 1 year experience working in the patient care setting preferred.
Qualifications
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of general computer skills and applications. Demonstrates ability to multi-task and work independently using critical thinking skills. Must be able to lift 50 pounds
About Us
| Parkview Health is a not-for-profit, community-owned health system serving Indiana and northwest Ohio. The system includes 16 hospitals, a large, integrated medical group, and more than 17,500 co-workers. Our team has earned national recognition for excellence in safety, quality, patient experience, and workplace culture. Core service lines include heart and vascular care, orthopedics, neurosciences, trauma, cancer, behavioral health, and women’s and children’s services. Through our employed physician network, outpatient centers, hospice, laboratory services, and research and education programs, we deliver coordinated, community-based care across the region. |
About the Team
The campus includes medical, surgical, and critical care beds, along with dedicated women’s and children’s services and a specialized heart institute. In alliance with the Cleveland Clinic Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute, the Parkview Heart Institute serves as the region’s only dedicated heart hospital and a certified comprehensive stroke center. Core services include a 24/7 emergency department, Level II adult and pediatric trauma centers, neonatal intensive care, critical care, comprehensive surgical services, cancer care, heart and vascular services, advanced imaging, laboratory services, and medical transport.
Parkview is 14,000 strong
Parkview Health is a not-for-profit, community-based health system serving northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. Our mission is to improve health and inspire well-being in the communities we serve. As the region’s largest employer, Parkview Health employees more than 14,000 co-workers and includes 10 hospitals with an extensive network of primary care and specialty care physicians. We strive to embrace diversity and inclusion among our co-workers and offer a range of resources to advance you in your personal and professional journey. Our physicians, leaders and co-workers work together to create an excellent experience for every person, every day. With multiple non-clinical and clinical employment opportunities, you are sure to find your passion and discover your life-changing career today within the Parkview Health system.
To talk to a Parkview recruiter now, text “Parkview” to 97211.
A culture that just feels right.
At Parkview, we are known for our quality of care, innovation and collaboration among all care team members. Our culture can be seen and felt when walking through our front door and continues into the clinical care areas and administrative offices. Our nurses and leadership display shared values, friendliness, genuine compassion and a dedication to providing excellent care to every person, every day. But this caring continues beyond our doors as well. As a mission-driven, not-for-profit health system, Parkview also gives back to the community. Each year, we sponsor numerous outreach initiatives to address the health priorities of our region. Because at Parkview, we believe in better – not just for patients, but for the entire community.