Job detail
High School CTE - Patient Care Technician - Metro Region
IU Health
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/21/2026
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana
Core responsibilities
The patient care assistant provides direct care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse, including assistance with daily living activities and mobility. They also perform continuous patient observation and ensure the patient environment remains clean and orderly.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be high school students enrolled in a cte program and possess or be willing to obtain basic life support certification. The role requires strong communication skills, the ability to perform physically demanding tasks, and knowledge of infection control and patient care standards.
high schoolCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailPatient careTime managementInfection controlPhysical staminaAseptic techniquesMobility assistanceProblem resolutionBasic life supportSuicide prevention
Benefits
- Leadership development
- Promotion opportunities
- Advanced clinical training
- Cross training development