Patient Care Tech / PCT Med Surg

Ardent Health; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent in Tulsa, OK is seeking a day shift, full-time Medical Surgical Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide direct and assisted patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes safety, comfort, and efficient unit operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and BLS certification within 14 days of hire; hospital or nursing home experience is preferred. Join a team that values compassionate care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Comply with CMS, The Joint Commission, State requirements, guidelines, and policies.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Nursing Assistant provides direct and indirect patient care, assisting with activities of daily living, personal care, comfort measures, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, 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:

• Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital (TSSH) specializes in surgical services, diagnostic imaging and pain management. TSSH offers state-of-the-art MRI, computed tomography and myelography technology. TSSH offers a variety of services, such as anesthesia, ear, nose & throat, general surgery, GYN, GYN/oncology, ophthalmology, orthopedics, pain management, plastic surgery, podiatry, radiology and spine care.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT:

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Nursing Assistant utilizes medical, technical skills to provide direct and indirect patient care, assisting with activities of daily living, personal care, comfort measures, and maintenance of a safe, clean environment.
• These responsibilities include safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services and appropriate documentation of services.
• The NA may also function as an observer for any patient who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his/her safety.
• In addition, the NA performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.

Qualifications

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.
• Comply with regulatory (CMS, The Joint Commission, State) requirements, guidelines, and policies.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Minimum six months previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred or State of Oklahoma Nurse Aide Certificate.