Patient Care Technician-PCT

Company: LOYOLA UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM
Location: Melrose Park
Posted on: June 15, 2026

Job Description:

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift Description: Ortho/Neuro 3W Full Time Days
Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola Medicine is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center ( Gottlieb Memorial Hospital ( and MacNeal Hospital (
The (3W) Observation/Surg Unit is an exciting fast-paced 21 bed unit located on the 3rd floor of Gottlieb Memorial Hospital. All rooms are private and are centrally monitored if clinically indicated. To work in the Observation Unit, our staff need strong assessment skills, the ability to think critically and adapt to new challenges, along with strong communication skills to care for our patient population and work with our interdisciplinary teams. As an Observation unit we are dedicated to our patients by providing quality care with attention to clinical expertise, evidence-based practices, patient safety and positive outcomes.
Our patient population includes but is not limited to care of the adult patient with a variety of medical diagnoses of the neurological stroke, infectious disease, other medical conditions, and some cardiac conditions. Patients on our unit may have an average length of stay of 48 hours to four days. We utilize an interdisciplinary team approach along the continuum of care in an effort to provide balance for the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual needs for every patient and their family.
If you are interested in working for a regional leader in healthcare, delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of those in our communities, join the Loyola team and become Loyola Strong!
What you will do:
Performs a variety of direct patient care procedures
Assists with completion of patient testing and treatment procedures
Assists physician and professional staff in equipment supply and set up.
Assists with ambulating patients with assistive devices
Performs required documentation and communicates in a competent and effective manner to meet patient and/or family needs and regulatory requirements.
Maintains strict confidentiality of patients, employee and department information to ensure patient rights.
Utilizes time and resources effectively to promote quality and cost outcomes.
What we offer:
Tuition reimbursement for all full and part-time colleagues effective first day of employment
Benefits day one (Including: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life, STD/LTD, etc.)
Retirement savings account with employer match
Generous paid time off program + 7 paid holidays
Employee referral incentive program
State of the art equipment, unlimited CEU's and supportive team approach
DailyPay! Work today/Get paid today
Competitive Shift Differentials

What you will need for this job:
Valid IDPH CNA Certification
CPR/BLS - American Heart Association
Compensation:
Salary Range: $17.30 - $26.81 per hour
Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.
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Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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