Patient Care Tech / PCT Recovery

Lovelace Health System; Albuquerque (NM); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ardent in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a day-shift, full-time Recovery Room Patient Care Technician (PCT). The role involves assisting with basic patient care under nursing supervision and supporting a high-quality care environment.

Responsibilities include helping patients with daily activities, recording vital signs, and communicating progress to licensed staff. Preferred candidates have phlebotomy training, CNA/PCT progression, and at least 1 year in acute or long-term care.

Formación

• High School or GED required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.
• Phlebotomy coursework or experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Performs basic patient care under supervision of nurses and doctors.
• Assists patients with daily activities (bathing, dressing, eating).
• Observes patient progress and reports to RN or medical staff.
• Obtains and records vital signs and collects specimens for labs.
• Provides basic patient transport and light housekeeping.

Conocimientos

Basic patient care

Vital signs

ADLs assistance

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Phlebotomy course

BLS certification within 14 days of hire

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Join our team as a day-shift, full-time, Recovery Room, 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 Women’s Hospital has 120 licensed beds, including a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, a family care unit, an award-winning breast care center, and the first robotic surgery program in the state, recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT:

Responsibilities

• Works in an entry-level position providing basic patient care under the direction of nursing and medical staff.
• Assists patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.
• Observes patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to the 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.

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.
• 1 year of experience in acute or long-term care.
• Working towards approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification.