Patient Care Technician
- Parkview Health
- Fort Wayne, IN, USA
Job Description
Patient Care Technician
Job Info
Job Description
Parkview Behavioral Health Inpatient Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Are you passionate about helping others and making a difference during some of the most challenging moments in a person's life? At Parkview Behavioral Health (PBH), our Patient Care Technicians play a vital role in supporting patients through mental health crises while helping them take steps toward recovery and wellness.
Why Choose Parkview Behavioral Health?
At Parkview Behavioral Health, you'll gain more than experience. You'll gain confidence, compassion, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. Whether you're exploring a future career in healthcare or looking to expand your patient care experience, PBH offers a unique environment to learn and grow.
Develop Valuable Patient Care Skills
- Gain hands-on experience caring for patients in an acute behavioral health setting
- Build confidence in therapeutic communication and patient engagement
- Learn de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies
- Strengthen observational, critical thinking, and teamwork skills
Be Part of a Collaborative Team
- Work alongside nurses, physicians, therapists, social workers, behavioral health specialists, and other healthcare professionals
- Contribute to a multidisciplinary approach focused on whole-person care
- Learn from experienced team members dedicated to supporting your development
Make a Difference Every Day
- Provide direct support to patients during challenging and vulnerable times
- Help create a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment
- Build meaningful connections with patients and encourage progress toward healing and recovery
- Play an important role in helping patients regain hope and stability
Position Summary
Under the direction of a licensed nurse and with respect for human dignity, the Patient Care Technician delivers high-quality patient care and support services that meet the unique needs of assigned patients. The PCT promotes a safe, therapeutic environment, assists with activities of daily living, observes and reports changes in patient condition, and supports the overall behavioral health treatment team. Responsible for providing exceptional patient care and service excellence while adhering to Parkview Health Standards of Behavior.
Qualifications
Education
Must have a HS Diploma or GED. If candidate is at least 17 years of age but does not yet have a current high school diploma/GED, the following requirements must be met: must be actively working towards high school diploma/GED and receive within 2 years of hire.
Licensure/Certification
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, but not required.
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.
Be your best. Be a Parkview nurse.
You wanted to help others, so you chose a career in nursing. Now choose the health system that can help you be your best — Parkview. We’re the healthcare leader in northeast Indiana, with 10 hospitals, Magnet status and everything you need to launch or grow a great career in nursing. Our team, comprised of over 13,000 co-workers, is dedicated to improving the health and inspiring the well-being of individuals and families in communities throughout northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio.
Great compensation and benefits.
At Parkview, we provide a Total Rewards program that includes great compensation and benefits, a work/life balance and learning opportunities to enhance your career and personal life.
- Compensation – Great compensation package, sign-on bonus (Up to $40,000 for critical needs areas), relocation bonus
- Benefits – Competitive benefit discounts and plan flexibility through Signature Care PPO network, Parkview Employee Assistance Program, Parkview Workplace Wellness
Tuition Assistance – If you want to go back to school, whether for personal or professional reasons, Parkview wants to help. We offer tuition assistance to any eligible co-worker after just six months of continuous employment with Parkview.
Student Loan Payback Program – Have large student loans to pay back? As a Parkview nurse, you’re eligible to receive student loan payback dollars from Parkview.
Nursing Residency Program - At Parkview we offer an environment focused on personal and professional growth, while supporting our nurses as they transition from student to professional nurse. Our Nurse Residency Program is designed to give you the confidence and skills you need to grow a successful career, providing excellent care to every person, every day.
Creative employment opportunities.
Parkview Travel Program – We understand there are many seasons in life, and your career should reflect your desire to grow when and where it’s right for you. That’s why our Travel RN program offers assignments lasting three to nine months, giving you the opportunity to expand your career while also providing the flexibility you desire.
Parkview RN Hotel Program – We know the thought of relocating to a new community can be a hard decision. Parkview offers lodging assistance to RNs who live over 50 mile from their Parkview hospital location – allowing you to see what it’s like to be part of our team before relocating to northeast Indiana.
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.