Patient Care Technician
Franciscan Health·Indianapolis, Indiana
Franciscan Health·Indianapolis, Indiana
The Patient Care Technician performs delegated patient care activities including assisting with activities of daily living and patient mobilization. They are also responsible for data collection, such as recording vital signs and transporting patients within the facility.
Franciscan Health Indianapolis Campus 8111 S Emerson Ave Indianapolis, Indiana 46237 Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the PCT I at Franciscan performs delegated patient care activities in a manner that is aligned with the age-specific and beneficial needs of the patient. PCT I is an entry level position whose job functions include providing Activities of Daily Living, data collection, patient transporting, and answering calls.
Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
Preferred High School Diploma/GED Nursing student after having completed 1st semester of clinicals Required Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Required Prior PCT experience in another acute care health care organization Required After completion of Franciscan PCT In-training program Required Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association Franciscan will provide BLS training and recertification as needed. TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or Rarely EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.
Candidates must be a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) with BLS certification and prior acute care experience. A high school diploma or being a nursing student is preferred.
Market context
Patient care technician roles in Indiana are typically in steady demand because hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings need hands-on support for daily patient care. These positions can be competitive when employers look for candidates who are comfortable with blood and needles, can handle long shifts on their feet, and can work flexible schedules. Requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster; before applying, confirm shift expectations and compare the medical, dental, vision, PTO, and EAP details.
