Patient Care Tech ED

Your future role at a glance

Location: Murfreesboro, TN

Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Westlawn

Department: Emergency Department

Schedule: PRN | Nights

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Support a respectful and comfortable healing environment by assisting patients with essential personal care and the activities of daily living.
• Enhance patient safety and recovery by aiding with the careful movement and positioning of individuals as directed by the clinical team.
• Act as a vital observer for the nursing staff by identifying and reporting changes in a patient''s physical, mental, or emotional condition.
• Maintain the integrity of the clinical record by accurately documenting patient observations and care activities in a timely manner.
• Ensure a safe and efficient care environment by keeping patient rooms orderly and maintaining the functionality of medical equipment.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Aide preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

What additional preferences we''re seeking

Previous experience as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) in an Emergency Department is required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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