Endoscopy PCT — Day Shift, Tuition Assistance

Lovelace Health System; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 46,838,000 - 63,370,000; Full time

Job summary

Lovelace Health System in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a day-shift, full-time Endoscopy Patient Care Technician (PCT).

This role supports endoscopy patients with ADLs, vital signs, specimen collection, and safe transport. Under nursing supervision, you will document progress and assist with reports; a high school diploma and BLS within 14 days are required. Phlebotomy training and CNA/PCT certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Experience in Phlebotomy or completion of a Phlebotomy course.
• Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy.
• 2 years’ experience in acute or long-term care.
• Completion of approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification, which includes BLS, or currently enrolled in nursing school.

Responsibilities

• Works under moderate supervision of nursing and medical staff to perform all duties of a PCT, which include assisting 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.
• Additionally, this position measures and records patients' intake and output and other measurements in accordance with unit routines, assists patients with range of motion, and draws blood.

Education

High school diploma or GED

BLS certification

Phlebotomy course/certification

CNA/PCT certification or EMT-P

Job description

Lovelace Health System in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a day-shift, full-time Endoscopy Patient Care Technician (PCT).

This role supports endoscopy patients with ADLs, vital signs, specimen collection, and safe transport. Under nursing supervision, you will document progress and assist with reports; a high school diploma and BLS within 14 days are required. Phlebotomy training and CNA/PCT certification are preferred.