Patient Care Tech

Dignity Health; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 26,849 - 37,911; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide essential direct patient care at Chandler Regional Medical Center (CRMC). In this role, you will assist patients with personal care, monitor vital signs, and work closely with the nursing team to ensure patient well-being.

The ideal candidate must complete a nursing assistant or EMT program and hold required CPR certification. This role emphasizes diligent task execution and keen observational skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of a nursing assistant program, EMT program, or first block of nursing program required.
• Certification as Emergency Medical Technician in Arizona required.
• Basic Life Support – CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nurse/physician during examinations and procedures.
• Document relevant findings in the patient’s record.
• Prepare patients for transportation to other departments.

Skills

Patient care principles

Medical terminology

Observational skills

Education

Completion of nursing assistant program or EMT program

Basic Life Support – CPR certification

Job description

Job Summary

Job Summary And Responsibilities As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you will deliver essential direct patient care under the supervision of our clinical team. Leveraging your knowledge of basic patient care principles and medical terminology, you will perform a range of daily duties. Every day you will actively assist patients with personal care, mobility, and feeding, monitor vital signs, document observations, and maintain a therapeutic and organized patient environment. You will also work closely with the nursing team to prepare patients for procedures or transport. To be successful in this role requires a genuine passion for patient well‑being, diligence in executing tasks, keen observational skills regarding patient conditions, and a proactive approach to continuous learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nurse/physician during examinations, treatments and procedures as requested
• Retrieve necessary equipment and supplies
• Assist in patient/equipment preparation
• Perform follow‑up actions as directed
• Document clinically relevant findings in the patient’s record according to hospital protocols
• Prepare patients for transportation to other departments/areas

Job Requirements

• Completion of nursing assistant program, or EMT program, or completion of first block of nursing program, upon hire
• Emergency Medical Technician: AZ, upon hire or
• Certified Nursing Assistant: AZ, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support – CPR, upon hire

Where You’ll Work

Chandler Regional Medical Center (CRMC) – a 443‑bed acute care hospital located in Chandler, AZ.

Pay Range

$19.49 - $27.52 /hour