Provide basic patient care and assistance with daily activities under the direction of nursing and medical staff. Responsibilities include recording vital signs, collecting lab specimens, and reporting patient progress to Registered Nurses.
Requirements summary
Requires a High School diploma or GED and BLS certification obtained within 14 days of hire. Preferred qualifications include phlebotomy experience, knowledge of medical terminology, and one year of acute or long-term care experience.
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Job description
Overview
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Med Surg-2N, 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 Westside Hospital provides care to Albuquerque’s Westside and Rio Rancho.
It is home to a 24-hour emergency department, where patients can see a provider in about 30 minutes or less.
It offers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient surgical capabilities, such as ENT, bariatric and orthopedic service lines.
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.
