Job Description
Overview
Join our team as a night shift , full-time , Medical Surgical- 8th Floor 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 Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services.
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.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- 1 year of experience in acute or long-term care.
- Working towards approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification.
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