Patient Care Tech / PCT Post Surgical Med Surg at Lovelace Medical Center summary:
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides vital support in the medical-surgical unit of Lovelace Medical Center, actively assisting patients with daily activities and monitoring their health under the supervision of nursing staff. Their responsibilities include recording vital signs, collecting specimens for lab tests, and facilitating patient transport while ensuring a compassionate care environment. This role requires BLS certification and experience in acute or long-term care, focusing on enhancing patient outcomes through dedicated support.
OverviewJoin our team as a day shift, full-time, Medical Surgical, 8th floor 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 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.
- Observe patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to Registered Nurses or other medical staff.
- Obtains and records patients' vital signs and collects specimens for lab tests.
- Provide basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.
- Measures and records patients' intake and output and other measurements in accordance with unit routines, assists patients with a range of motion, and draws blood.
QualificationsJob Requirements:
- High School or GED
- Must have BLS certification within 30 days of hire or transfer into position
Job Requirements:
- Experience in Phlebotomy or completion of a Phlebotomy course.
- Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy.
- 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
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Keywords:
Patient Care Technician, PCT, Medical Surgical, Patient Support, Healthcare Assistant, Vital Signs, Phlebotomy, Daily Activities, Patient Transport, Lovelace Medical Center