Patient Care Tech / PCT Med Surg at Lovelace Medical Center summary:
As a Patient Care Technician at Lovelace Medical Center, you will assist patients with daily activities, monitor vital signs, and facilitate communication between patients and medical staff. This role requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and experience in acute or long-term care, with a focus on providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Join our team to thrive in a supportive environment that prioritizes your wellness and professional development while making healthcare better for our patients.
OverviewJoin our team as a night shift, full-time, Medical Surgical 5th 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 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.
- 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.
QualificationsJob Requirements:
- High School or GED.
- Must have BLS certification within 30 days of hire or transfer into position.
Preferred Job Requirements:
- 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
- Experience in Phlebotomy or completion of a Phlebotomy course.
- Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy.
Keywords:
Patient Care Technician, Healthcare, Medical Surgical, Nursing Assistants, BLS Certification, Patient Care, Vital Signs, Phlebotomy, ADLs, Lovelace Medical Center