Patient Care Technician Medical Surgical/Special Care Unit

Patient Care TechnicianAllina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.Key Position Details:0.8 FTE (64 hours per two-week pay period)8-hour evening/night shiftEvery other weekend rotationJob Description:Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, the Patient Care Technician provides basic direct and indirect patient care. This includes taking and documenting vital signs, answering call lights, assisting patients with activities such as daily living and transfers and other clerical duties. Principle ResponsibilitiesObserves, collects, and documents health status data as assigned.Performs personal care/interventions as assigned.Performs clerical duties and assists with patient registration.Contributes to an environment that is safe for patients, visitors and employees.Other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Must meet one of the following requirements: 18 years of age OR: 17 years of age with high school diploma or GEDMust meet one of the following requirements: Completion of one semester of clinical rotations with an accredited nursing program OR: Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program OR: Completion of the Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy Program OR: NREMT certification upon hire OR: Previous direct patient care experienceLicenses/Certifications:Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below: ? Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association ? Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross ? Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)Physical Demands:Medium Work*: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequentlyPay Range:Pay Range: $21.76 to $28.57 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.Benefits include:Medical/DentalPTO/Time AwayRetirement Savings PlansLife InsuranceShort-term/Long-term DisabilityVoluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicableStudent Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramAllina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer