Compassionate Patient Care Tech – Growth & Benefits

Memorial Physician Practices; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO

Tuition assistance

401(k) with match

Well-being programs

Career development

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff by monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and ensuring clean, safe patient rooms. The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in documentation, and timely communication of any concerns to registered nurses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree is preferred. SRNA or EMT is preferred, with BCLS required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree is preferred.
• SRNA or EMT license is preferred.
• BCLS certification is required; Handle with Care preferred.
• Strong critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs and recording intake/output.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Memorial Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff by monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and ensuring clean, safe patient rooms. The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in documentation, and timely communication of any concerns to registered nurses.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree is preferred. SRNA or EMT is preferred, with BCLS required.