Patient Care Tech / PCT Cardiac PCU
Lovelace Health System
Patient Care Tech / PCT Cardiac PCU
Lovelace Health System
Posted about 1 month ago
Full Time
Albuquerque, New Mexico
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The Patient Care Technician provides basic care to patients, including assisting with daily activities and monitoring vital signs. They also observe patient progress and report findings to the nursing staff.
Qualifications
We are looking for a full-time Intermediate Care Cardiac PCU Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our team. A high school diploma or GED is required. BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.
Job Description
Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Intermediate Care Cardiac PCU 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.
- Observe patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to Registered Nurse or other medical staff.
- Obtain and record patients' vital signs and collects specimens for lab tests.
- Provide basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma 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:
- 1 year of experience in acute or long-term care.
- Working towards approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
Lovelace Health System
For nearly 100 years, Lovelace Health System has set new standards of care in New Mexico through revolutionary advances in medicine and surgery. Today, that legacy of accomplishment continues in our commitment to advanced technology and sensitive care. At Lovelace, we believe that each encounter with a patient or health care consumer offers an opportunity to make a difference in their health and well-being – and in our reputation for caring, customer service and positive outcomes. We've made investments in technology and programs to meet Albuquerque's evolving needs. With a network of acute care hospitals and Lovelace Medical Group clinics, we serve patients throughout the greater Albuquerque and Rio Rancho metropolitan area, as well as Roswell. We not only strive to be the provider of choice for patients, but employer of choice for health care professionals in New Mexico.
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