Patient Care Tech / PCT OR - ardent health : Job Details

Overview Join our team as a rotating shift, full-time, Surgery Patient Care Technician in Roswell, NM 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 Regional Hospital includes 24/7 emergency services, intensive care, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, surgical and birthing services for Roswell and the surrounding community.

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 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
• Must have BLS certification within 30 days of hire or transfer into position

Preferred Job Requirements

• Experience in Phlebotomy or completion of a Phlebotomy course
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• 1 year experience in acute or long-term care
• Working towards approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification