Patient Care Technician

Award Winning Health Care:  Avera has been named among the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems, Forbes list of America’s Best-in-State Employers and Level 10 Most Wired Health Care Organization by CHIME.

Culture:  Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

You Belong at Avera:  Competitive pay, front-loaded PTO and options for free health insurance, sign-on bonuses, various shifts to fit your lifestyle and opportunities for career growth.

Have you ever had a loved one in the hospital? Then you know how important this role is. A Patient Care Tech (PCT) role will give you the opportunity to serve as a liaison between healthcare professionals through strong people, customer service and critical thinking skills.

Position Highlights:

• Career Growth: Great opportunity to obtain healthcare experience for those that are looking to further theireducation in healthcare or be involved in an ever-changing career with upward mobility.
• Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve.
• Avera Named One Of The Top 15 Health Systems In The Nation
• Learn more about the Avera St. Mary’s and Pierre community here

Job Summary

• The Patient Care Technician performs duties related to patient care under the direct guidance of a Registered Nurse. 
• They are responsible for clerical duties as well.

Education and/or Experience

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Must be 16 or older.
• Previous work in a hospital or long-term care facility is preferred.

Certification/Licensure/Registrations

• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) registry preferred but not required.
• BLS completed within 6 months of start date is required and must be maintained.
• Certification in Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) within one year of employment is required.  Certification requirements to be maintained while working in department.

Work Schedule

• Varied Shifts; 72 hours every 2 weeks
• 7:00 am - 7:30 pm, 7:00 pm - 7:30 am
  • Every other weekend
  • Every other holiday
  • Occasional call time

Pay

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

• $17.50 - $23.00 per hour

What Makes Avera Special?