Patient Care Technician (PCT, CNA) - Nursing Service Office

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a progressive healthcare organization where every moment matters! As a Patient Care Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting patient care in a high-activity environment. This position offers opportunities for career advancement through a clinical ladder based on your experience and certifications. With a commitment to quality care and employee development, this is your chance to thrive in a rewarding role that truly makes a difference in the community.

Benefits

Opportunities for career advancement

Work/life balance benefits

Comprehensive healthcare network

Community education programs

Qualifications

• Experience in hospital or acute care settings is essential.
• Completion of PCT-specific orientation is required.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care through direct and indirect activities.
• Contribute to a safe and efficient healthcare environment.

Skills

Hospital/acute care experience

Patient Care Technician skills

BLS Certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location Detail: 435 Lewis Avenue-Midstate Med (10123)

Shift Detail: Monday - Friday 8a-4:30p

Work Location Type: In Person

Shift: Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

Serving our community since 1998, MidState Medical Center is a vibrant and progressive organization with a genuine concern for our patients, community, and employees alike. We’ve earned top honors for quality stroke care, gold level recognition for organ donation, and employ leaders in cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation, providing the highest quality care.

Under the supervision of a Nurse Leader, the Patient Care Tech is responsible for supporting patient care through direct and indirect activities, contributing to a safe and efficient environment. This role performs interventions that ensure comprehensive care in accordance with regulatory standards, hospital policies, and procedures. Additionally, the role aims to ensure a positive patient experience.

This position operates in a high-activity environment with multiple priorities and requires scheduling flexibility. Opportunities for career advancement are available through a clinical ladder for Patient Care Techs, based on experience, skills, and certifications.

Qualifications

Qualifications

· Has hospital/acute care experience.

· Successful completion of PCT-specific HHC orientation.

· Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA), obtained within 2 months (60 days) of hire or transfer.

Preferred

· High school diploma or GED.

· Current certified BLS Provider credential from the American Heart Association (AHA).

· Certification as a CNA, CPCT/A, EMT, or CMA to qualify for advancement in the PCT clinical ladder.

We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers opportunities for growth and development. Here, you are part of an organization at the forefront of healthcare, bringing new technologies, treatments, and community education. We believe a thriving organization starts with thriving employees—our benefits program is designed to promote work/life balance. Every moment matters.

And this is your moment.