Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Emergency Unit

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.

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.

Position Highlights:

• We appreciate our Patient Care Technicians (PCT)!  We encourage you to become a member of the Patient Care Support Governance Council who collaborates with nursing leader to identify ways to celebrate successes and develop innovative ways to improve the role.
• No Experience? We provide paid on the job training and no certification needed.
• 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 Tech (PCT) provides physical and psychological care to patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. 
• The Patient Care Tech (PCT) performs clinical patient care duties and attend the nursing station to perform reception duties, requisition supplies, and equipment. 
• Ability to provide care in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with your team.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• This position requires you to be 16 years of age or older.

Certification/Licensure/Registrations

• Nursing assistant certification preferred, but not required.

 Work Schedule

• Ability to work various shifts as scheduled

Pay

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

• $17.50 - $23.00 per hour

What Makes Avera Special?