Patient Care Technician Emergency

Job Summary

As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) you will be a vital part of the collaborative nursing team at Johnston‑Willis Hospital, supporting Registered Nurses in providing hands‑on care and creating a safe, welcoming environment for patients. You will assist with daily needs such as vital signs, mobility, and personal care while helping RNs monitor conditions and carry out care plans. Your attention, empathy, and teamwork help restore comfort and dignity for every patient and advance the hospital’s mission to improve lives.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support smooth care and recovery.
• Provide non‑medicated care such as dressing changes, skin protection, and use of supportive devices.
• Keep patient areas and common spaces clean, organized, and stocked to maintain safety and efficiency.
• Manage supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control and team readiness.
• Communicate kindly with patients, families, and the care team to support safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date.
• High School Graduate or GED.
• Previous acute patient care experience in a healthcare facility (preferred).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
• Well‑being support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability, and other leaves of absence.
• Retirement resources: 401(k) with 100 % match on 3 %–9 % of pay, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and financial‑wellness counseling.
• Education support: tuition assistance, student‑loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits: fertility and family‑building assistance, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity‑theft protection, and consumer discounts.

Pay

Hourly wage estimate: $16.02 – $22.43 per hour. The typical candidate is hired below the midpoint of the range; actual salary may vary based on specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees in the role.