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Patient Care Technician / PCT Adult Psychiatric at Ardent Health Services

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Basic Patient Care, Vital Signs Monitoring, Phlebotomy, Medical Terminology, ADLs Assistance, Patient Transport, Housekeeping Duties

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Adult Psychiatric Unit-A Patient Care Technician (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 Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services. Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT: Responsibilities Works in an entry-level position providing basic patient care under the direction of nursing and medical staff. Assists patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs. Observes patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to the 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. 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. Knowledge of medical terminology. 1 year of experience in acute or long-term care. Working towards approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification.

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Technician provides basic patient care under the direction of nursing and medical staff. Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily activities, observing patient progress, and recording vital signs.