Patient Care Tech: Growth Path in Acute Care

Hartford HealthCare; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare's Charlotte Hungerford Hospital in Torrington, CT seeks a Patient Care Tech to support direct and indirect patient care under a Nurse Leader. No experience is required, and on-site training is provided to help you start quickly in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Certified BLS is required within 60 days of hire, with preferred BLS credential already held. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and there are opportunities for advancement through the PCT clinical ladder as

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided on-site.
• Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 2 months (60 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Some relevant experience in an acute care hospital environment preferred
• Current certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
• Certification as CNA, CPCT/A, EMT or CMA to be eligible for advancement in the PCT clinical ladder preferred

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a Nurse Leader, the Patient Care Tech performs duties that support patient care, including direct and indirect activities essential to a safe, efficient care environment.
• In addition, along with the care team, ensures a positive patient experience.
• This role operates in a high-activity environment with multiple priorities and requires scheduling flexibility.

Skills

No experience

BLS certified

CNA/CPCT-A/EMT/CMA

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hartford HealthCare's Charlotte Hungerford Hospital in Torrington, CT seeks a Patient Care Tech to support direct and indirect patient care under a Nurse Leader. No experience is required, and on-site training is provided to help you start quickly in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Certified BLS is required within 60 days of hire, with preferred BLS credential already held. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and there are opportunities for advancement through the PCT clinical ladder as