Patient Care Tech – Growth, Tuition & Benefits

Lovelace Health System; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lovelace Health System is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician (PCT) for day or night shifts in Albuquerque, NM. This full-time role supports nursing teams with ADLs, vital signs, specimen collection, and patient transport, across Labor and Delivery, MedSurg, Post Partum, Recovery, and Rehab units.

Ideal candidates hold a High School diploma or GED, BLS certification within 14 days of hire, and a willingness to complete phlebotomy or CNA/PCT training.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• BLS certification to be obtained within 14 days of hire.
• Phlebotomy experience or training preferred.
• CNA/PCT certification or enrollment in nursing school is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities (bathing, dressing, feeding).
• Observe patients’ progress and relay reports to RNs or medical staff.
• Obtain and record vital signs; collect lab specimens.
• Provide basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.
• Measure intake/output and assist with range of motion as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

ADLs support

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Lovelace Health System is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician (PCT) for day or night shifts in Albuquerque, NM. This full-time role supports nursing teams with ADLs, vital signs, specimen collection, and patient transport, across Labor and Delivery, MedSurg, Post Partum, Recovery, and Rehab units.

Ideal candidates hold a High School diploma or GED, BLS certification within 14 days of hire, and a willingness to complete phlebotomy or CNA/PCT training.