Patient Care Tech / PCT Med Surg at Ardent Health Services

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Vital Signs Monitoring, Phlebotomy, Activities Of Daily Living (ADLs), Specimen Collection, Patient Transport, Medical Terminology, Range Of Motion Assistance, Intake And Output Recording

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Medical Surgical- 2nd floor Patient Care Tech (PCT) in Albuquerque, NM. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Get to Know Your Team: Lovelace Women’s Hospital is a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, family care unit, an award-winning breast care center, and the first robotic surgery program in the state, recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation. Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT: Responsibilities Works under moderate supervision of nursing and medical staff to perform all duties of a PCT, which include assisting patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs. Observes patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to Registered Nurse or other medical staff. Obtains and records patients' vital signs and collects specimens for lab tests. Provides basic patient transport and housekeeping duties. Additionally, this position measures and records patients' intake and output and other measurements in accordance with unit routines, assists patients with range of motion, and draws blood. Qualifications Job Requirements: High School or GED. BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care. Preferred Job Requirements: Experience in Phlebotomy or completion of a Phlebotomy course. Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy. Knowledge of Medical Terminology. 2 years’ experience in acute or long-term care. Completion of approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification, which includes BLS, or currently enrolled in nursing school.

Responsibilities

The PCT assists patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating while monitoring progress and reporting to nursing staff. Key duties include recording vital signs, collecting lab specimens, and performing phlebotomy.