Patient Care Tech / PCT Post Surgical Med Surg

Lovelace Health System; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lovelace Health System in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking a night shift, full-time Med Surg 8th floor Patient Care Technician (PCT). The role involves assisting patients with daily activities, taking vitals, transporting patients, and supporting the care team.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED and BLS certification within 14 days of hire. Preferred candidates may have phlebotomy experience or CNA/PCT certification and a background in acute or long-term care.

Qualifications

• High School or GED.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.
• Observe patients’ progress and prepare reports for RNs or medical staff.
• Obtains and records patients' vital signs and collects specimens for lab tests.
• Provide basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.
• Measures and records intake/output and assists with range of motion and blood draws.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Observation & reporting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift , full-time , Med Surg 8th floor Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Albuquerque, NM .

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:

• Lovelace Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT:

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Observe patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to Registered Nurses or other medical staff.
• Obtains and records patients' vital signs and collects specimens for lab tests.
• Provide basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.
• Measures and records patients' intake and output and other measurements in accordance with unit routines, assists patients with a range of motion, and draws blood.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School or GED.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Experience in Phlebotomy or completion of a Phlebotomy course.
• Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy.
• 2 years of experience in acute or long-term care.
• Completion of approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification, which includes BLS, or currently enrolled in nursing school.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.