Patient Care Technician (PCT, PCA, CNA)

hhccareers; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite free parking

Uniform stipends provided

Job summary

MidState Medical Center, part of Hartford HealthCare, is actively hiring Patient Care Technicians across multiple units, with 12-hour shifts. Under RN supervision, PCTs provide high-quality patient care and support across Orthopedics, Surgical/Oncology, Telemetry/Stroke, ICU/PCU and Observation units.

The center offers a clinical ladder for advancement and programs to support staff growth. The role emphasizes flexibility in scheduling, a multidisciplinary team approach, and on-site training to

Qualifications

• No experience required, training provided on-site.
• 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 date or job transfer date.

Skills

BLS Provider

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Come join Hartford HealthCare and work whereevery moment matters!

MidState Medical Center is actively hiring Patient Care Technicians across multiple units, hours, and shifts. Hiring for Ortho, Surgical/Oncology, Medical Telemetry/Stroke, ICU/PCU, & Observation units. Patient Care Technicians work 12 hours shifts.

At MidState Medical Center, we don’t just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our Patient Care Technicians too. We offer:

• Ample opportunities for career advancement including a Student Nurse Tech program and Student Nurse Internship Program
• Healthy staff ratios, multidisciplinary team approach
• Care.com partnership in addition to several product, entertainment, and wellness discounts
• Onsite free parking and uniform stipends provided

Take part in this exciting opportunity to joina comprehensive health systemthat will allow you to gain valuable experience as a Patient Care Technician. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, our Patient Care Technicians provide top-quality care through a variety of multi-skilled services including patient care, clinical and administrative support.

This role performs in a high activity work environment with multiple priorities and necessitates flexibility in scheduling. Additional responsibilities and career advancement opportunities are available through a clinical ladder for Patient Care Techs based on experience, skillsets, and certifications held.

Qualifications

• No experience required, training provided on-site.
• 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 date or job transfer date.

Preferred

• High school diploma or GED.
• Some relevant experience in an acute care hospital environment.
• Current certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Certification as a C-PCT/A, EMT or CMA to be eligible for advancement in the PCT clinical ladder

At MidState Medical Center, we are focused on the support of our colleagues and patients. As a Platinum recipient of Mental Health America’s Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, we prioritize Employee Assistance and Wellness programs. MidState Medical Center is an acute-care community teaching hospital, where we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues -- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is yourmoment.