Patient Care Technician - Emergency Dept

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Patient Care Technician - Henry Ford Health Southfield Hospital

Full Time Days

36 hours per week / 7am-7:30pm

About the Department

Our Southfield Emergency Department is a high-volume Level II Trauma Center that provides care to patients across a wide range of acuity, including trauma, medical emergencies, cardiac, stroke, sepsis, behavioral health, and other emergent conditions. Our team works in a fast-paced environment where teamwork, communication, flexibility, and a strong commitment to patient safety are essential.

Role Overview

As a PCT, you will play a vital role in providing basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision. You will support patients and nursing staff by assisting with daily activities, monitoring patient conditions, and maintaining a clean and organized care environment. Your contributions ensure patients receive compassionate and efficient care, enhancing their overall experience.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Aid with the movement and placement of patients to ensure their comfort and safety.
• Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living, promoting their independence and well-being.
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff, ensuring timely and accurate communication.
• Maintain clean and orderly patient rooms and ensure medical equipment is properly cared for and ready for use.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.
• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Michigan Nurse Aide Registry.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, you'll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to engage in mission-driven work that makes a real difference. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to thrive in your role and contribute to our shared success.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that's transforming healthcare.