Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Cardiac

Tenet Healthcare; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant or PCA to provide patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with basic tasks and participate in shift reports to support bedside care.

The role emphasizes excellent customer service, strong communication, and adherence to infection control guidelines. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR certification, and Arizona CNA/LNA credentials; EKG training is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or CNA/PCA/PCT certification required.
• CPR certification is required.
• EKG training in selected units.
• Arizona State Board CNA/LNA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized patient care under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist with tasks requiring less technical skill as delegated.
• Participate in shift and bedside reports and unit initiatives.
• Maintain infection control and aseptic technique.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and strong interpersonal skills.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Interpersonal and communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED or CNA/PCA/PCT Certificate

CPR certification

Job description

Job Summary

Provides individualized, culture-specific patient care by attending to the personal needs and comfort of patients, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Assists the professional or licensed nurse as delegated in tasks requiring less technical skills. Participates in shift and bedside report. Participates and supports regional, facility, department, and unit initiatives.

Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

Works under immediate supervision.

Typically reports to a registered nurse or supervisor.

Special Skill: Excellent customer service skills; basic computer skills.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, visitors and health care team members.

Knowledge of patient rights, aseptic/sterile technique and infection control best practices.

Minimum Requirements: Education: High School Diploma/GED or a valid CNA or PCA/PCT Certificate

EKG training in selected units.

Certifications/Licensure: CPR

Preferred Requirements: Experience: One year of experience as a nursing assistant in an acute care setting.

Certifications/Licensure: CNA/LNA from the Arizona State Board of Nursing

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