Hartford HealthCare·Hartford, Connecticut
The Patient Care Technician performs direct and indirect patient care activities to support a safe and efficient environment. They work under the supervision of a Nurse Leader to provide comprehensive care and ensure a positive patient experience.
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.
We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England.
We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients.
This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world.
When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.
Under the supervision of a Nurse Leader, the Patient Care Tech is responsible for performing specific duties that support patient care, which includes direct and indirect patient care activities that are essential to providing a safe and efficient care environment.
This position performs selected interventions and activities that contribute to providing comprehensive care to patients in accordance with all existing regulatory and hospital standards, policies, and procedures.
In addition, along with the care team, this position is responsible for ensuring a positive patient experience.
This role performs in a high activity work environment with multiple priorities and necessitates flexibility in scheduling.
Additional responsibilities and career advancement opportunities are available through a clinical ladder for Patient Care Techs based on experience, skillsets, and certifications held.
· No experience required, training provided on-site. · Successful completion of PCT specific HHC orientation. · Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 2 Months (60 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Preferred · High school diploma or GED. · Some relevant experience in an acute care hospital environment. · Current certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) · Certification as a CNA, CPCT/A, EMT or CMA to be eligible for advancement in the PCT clinical ladder We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
No prior experience is required as on-site training is provided. Candidates must obtain a BLS Provider certification from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire.
Market context
Support-services roles in Connecticut often stay in demand because clinics and community programs need reliable staff who can coordinate across sites and keep daily operations moving. These jobs can be competitive when employers want strong Microsoft Office skills, flexibility to travel between clinic locations, and education in public health or social sciences. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your travel availability and Office experience before applying.
