Patient Care Technician

At Deaconess Health System, we are looking for a passionate and dedicated Patient Care Technician to join our team. As a Patient Care Technician, you will be an integral part of the patient care team, providing direct patient care and support to patients in a variety of settings. You must be committed to providing compassionate, quality care and have a strong desire to help others.To be successful in this role, you must have a high school diploma or equivalent, have prior experience in a healthcare setting, and be certified or be eligible to become certified as a Patient Care Technician. You must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently. Additionally, you must be able to effectively prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we look forward to hearing from you!

Responsibilities: • Provide direct patient care including taking vital signs, collecting specimens, and providing basic physical care • Assist with patient intake and discharge processes • Monitor patient progress and document changes in the patient’s condition • Assist with bedside procedures and treatments • Escort patients to and from various areas in the healthcare setting • Administer medications as directed • Answer calls and respond to patient/family inquiries • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members • Maintain patient charts and other administrative/clerical duties as assigned • Follow all safety and infection control protocols • Adhere to all HIPAA regulations and maintain patient confidentiality

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Patient Care Technician in Evansville, IN, USA is $24,000 to $40,000 per year. This salary range can vary based on the individual's experience and qualifications.

Deaconess was founded in 1892 by a group of Protestant ministers and laymen who felt called to care for the sick. More than 130 years later, Deaconess Health System continues to provide high-quality health care with a compassionate spirit, just as our founders envisioned. Deaconess Health System is the premier provider of health care services to 35 counties in three states (IN, IL, and KY). The system consists of eleven hospitals located in southern Indiana: Deaconess Midtown Hospital, Deaconess Gateway Hospital, The Women’s Hospital, The Heart Hospital, The Orthopedic and Neuroscience Hospital, Deaconess Cross Pointe, Deaconess Gibson Hospital, Deaconess Henderson Hospital, Deaconess Union County Hospital, Encompass Health Deaconess Rehabilitation Hospital, and the Linda E. White Hospice House.