Day-Shift Patient Care Tech — Growth & Benefits

Ardent Health Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services seeks a day shift, full-time Medical Surgical- 2nd floor Patient Care Tech (PCT) in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves supporting nurses with ADLs, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with blood draws in a busy hospital unit.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and must obtain BLS within 14 days of hire. Phlebotomy experience or coursework is preferred, with 2 years in acute or long-term care being advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer.
• Preferred: phlebotomy coursework or proven phlebotomy proficiency.
• 2 years of acute or long-term care experience is preferred.
• Certification including CNA/PCT or EMT-P may be required or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities (bathing, dressing, eating, ADLs).
• Observe patients and relay progress reports to nurses.
• Record vital signs and collect specimens for lab tests.
• Provide basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.
• Measure intake/output and support range of motion; assist with blood draws.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical Terminology

BLS Certification

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Ardent Health Services seeks a day shift, full-time Medical Surgical- 2nd floor Patient Care Tech (PCT) in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves supporting nurses with ADLs, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with blood draws in a busy hospital unit.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and must obtain BLS within 14 days of hire. Phlebotomy experience or coursework is preferred, with 2 years in acute or long-term care being advantageous.