Patient Care Tech / PCT Recovery

Lovelace Health System, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Wellness resources

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Lovelace Health System, Inc. invites applications for a day-shift, full-time Recovery Room, Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Albuquerque, NM. The role provides basic patient care under nursing and medical staff guidance, including ADLs and patient transport.

You'll obtain vital signs, assist with specimens, and document observations for the RN. A High School diploma or GED is required, with BLS certification due within 14 days of hire; phlebotomy experience and CNA/PCT certification progression

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire or transfer.
• Phlebotomy experience or completion of a Phlebotomy course.
• 1 year of experience in acute or long-term care.
• Working towards CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification.

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.

Skills

Basic patient care

Vital signs observation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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.

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.