University of Colorado
Location
Aurora, Colorado
Salary
$44,116 - $58,134 / YEAR
The Patient Care Tech (PCT) provides patient care under the direction of a physician or healthcare provider, focusing on facilitating clinic workflow and ensuring seamless delivery of care. Key duties include accurately rooming patients, recording vital signs and history, processing messages, assisting with refills, and performing necessary clerical tasks.
vary by level (I, II, or III) and require specific training such as Medical Surgical Nursing One enrollment, CNA certification, EMT certification, or Paramedic certification, along with passing relevant competency exams and holding a current Colorado State License. All levels benefit from strong organizational skills, medical terminology knowledge, and adherence to safety and policy standards.
Patient Care Tech I: Completion of Medical Surgical Nursing One AND enrolled in an accredited Nursing Program. Patient Care Tech II: Completion of an accredited Certified Nursing Assistant program and must pass both sections of the Certified Nursing Assistant/Nurse Aide competency evaluation examination (i.e., CNA Exam). Current License with the State of Colorado. OR Completion of an accredited Patient Care Technician program and passing the National Center for Competency Testing Exam for Patient Care Technicians (i.e., NCCT). Current License with the State of Colorado. OR Completion of an accredited Emergency Medical Technician program and passing the National Certification Exam (i.e., NREMT). Current License with the State of Colorado One (1) year of experience in a healthcare-related field. Patient Care Tech III: Completion of an accredited Paramedic Certification program and passing the National Certification Exam (i.e., NREMT). Current License with the State of Colorado. One (1) year of experience in a healthcare-related field. Substitution (All Levels): A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Preferred Qualifications (All Levels): Associate's degree. One or more (1+) years of experience in a medical office/hospital setting. Medical office experience in area of specialty. EPIC and Kronos experience. Bilingual, Spanish-speaking. MS Office: Outlook, PowerPoint, Word.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross healthcare provider-level CPR certification. Maintains all required licensure and certifications for the position. Must be able to work in-person. Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong organizational and personal skills. Strong medical terminology knowledge and skills. Strong knowledge of CPT & ICD-10 procedures. Strong knowledge of value-based care and risk-based coding procedures. Strong knowledge of medication and injection procedures. Ability to safely administer a variety of treatments and medications as directed. Ability to use various types of equipment for examination and treatment procedures. Ability to accurately take and record vital signs. Ability to accurately reconcile patient medications. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions. Ability to adhere to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance.
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s): 1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to the listed job qualifications and interest in the position 2. Curriculum vitae / Resume 3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address Questions should be directed to: Fernando Saldana, Fernando.Saldana@cuanschutz.edu Screening of Applications Begins: Immediately and continues until the position is filled. Best consideration will be given to those who apply by April 1, 2026. Anticipated Pay Range: The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as: Patient Care Tech I: $44,116 to $51,527 Patient Care Tech II: $47,813 to $55,846 Patient Care Tech III: $49,772 to $58,134 The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Total Compensation Calculator Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. ADA Statement: The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu. Background Check Statement: The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees. Vaccination Statement: CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.
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