Patient Care Tech / PCT Cardiology Med Surg

Ardent Health Services; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Cardiology Medical Surgical Patient Care Technician (PCT) for day shift, full-time employment. You will assist patients with daily activities, monitor vitals, and support nursing staff in a fast-paced cardiology/med-surgical unit.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and BLS within 14 days of hire, with cross-training to cover multiple services. Join a team dedicated to patient-centered care and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer.
• Cross trained to cover more than one hospital service or function.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities (bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs).
• Observe patients’ progress and report to RN or medical staff.
• Obtain and record vital signs and collect lab specimens.

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Cardiology Medical Surgical Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Tulsa, OK.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hillcrest Medical Center is a 656-bed hospital that includes The Alexander Burn Center, The Peggy V. Helmerich Women’s Health Center, Kaiser Rehabilitation Center, the latest technology for the treatment of cancer, and the Oklahoma Heart Institute.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT

• 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 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.

Job Requirements:

• 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.
• Competent to perform in at least two general areas of practice (cross trained and cross competent to cover more than one hospital service, role, or function).

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Minimum of two years of experience in acute or long-term care.
• Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy.
• Completion of approved CNA, PCT or paramedic certification or currently enrolled