Patient Care Technician Extended Observation

HonorHealth; Phoenix (AZ); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

HonorHealth in Phoenix is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician for the Extended Observation unit. The role involves hands-on patient care, vital signs, ADLs, and rapid turnover duties in a fast-paced 36-bed Med/Surg environment.

You'll work closely with nurses, support admissions and discharges, and perform clerical tasks to keep the unit running smoothly. A high school diploma or GED is required with at least 6 months in healthcare and BLS certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 6 months of healthcare experience within the last year is required.
• Block 1 in Nursing OR Medical Assistant OR Nursing Assistant OR EMT OR BHT OR 6 months healthcare experience is required.

Responsabilités

• Provide patient care tasks under supervision, including ADLs, vital signs, and mobility.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to licensed caregiver.
• Maintain accurate medical record documentation of care delivered.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and unit secretary duties as needed.

Connaissances

Vital signs

ADLs assistance

Clerical support

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

Patient Care Technician Extended Observation# HonorHealth careers## Patient Care Technician Extended ObservationApply: In-Person: John C Lincoln - 250 E Dunlap Ave Phoenix, AZ 85020: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 18, 2026 (4 days left to apply): JR13582**Primary City/State:**John C Lincoln - 250 E Dunlap Ave Phoenix, AZ 85020**Category:**Healthcare Support**Shift:**Day**Department:**Medical/Surgical Unit-6W-Extended ObservationThis **Extended Observation unit** is a fast-paced, 36-bed environment caring for a diverse population of adult and geriatric patients, with occasional adolescent patients due to the hospital’s Level 1 Trauma Center status. The unit combines Med/Surg, remote telemetry, and extended observation care, with patients typically staying 3–4 days and experiencing frequent admissions, discharges, and transitions in care. **Patient Care Technicians (PCTs)** play an integral role on the team, supporting approximately 10 patients on average while assisting with vital signs, activities of daily living, admissions and discharges, unit secretary responsibilities, and other clerical needs. PCTs work closely alongside nurses to provide coordinated, hands-on patient care in a highly collaborative environment. This is a great opportunity for a proactive, team-oriented go-getter who enjoys staying busy, takes initiative, and is comfortable working in a dynamic setting with frequent patient turnover. **** This position is a **full-time Day shift working** **3-12 hour shifts** from **6:00 AM–6:30 PM.** **** We offer self-scheduling for shift and weekend coverage. Scheduled workdays may vary, as there are no set or fixed days. Weekend and Holiday Rotations are required in this role. Weekend shift differentials are offered, along with evening and night shift differentials where applicable. ** Why Join Us?** Discover what makes HonorHealth a great place to work and grow in your career—watch our video here:https://honorhealth.staging.jibeapply.com/**Great care starts with great people. (Like you.)**At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.**Responsibilities:**JOB SUMMARY Provides patient related care tasks based on the principles of growth and development across the life span of patients served in his/her independent unit. Assists, observes, and reports patient changes to licensed caregiver and maintains accurate medical record documentation relative to the care delivered. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS* Provides and collaborates direct patient care services under the direct supervisor of a licensed caregiver. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to personal care, activities of daily living, vital signs, intake and output, ambulation, interventions, and implementation of selected portions of the patient care plan as directed under supervisor of nurse.* Assists, observes and reports changes in patient condition to licensed caregiver and maintains accurate medical record documentation in relation to the care delivered.* Addresses and/or directs questions or concerns from patients, families, caregivers, or health care team members.* Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION* High School Diploma or GED **Required** EXPERIENCE* Other Completion of Block 1 in Nursing OR Medical Assistant (MA) OR Nursing Assistant (NA) OR Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) OR Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) OR 6 months of experience in the healthcare setting within the last year **Required*** 6 months in acute care experience. Preferred LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS* Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification **Required*** Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Certification Preferred* Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT) - License Emergency Medical Tech Preferred