Patient Care Technician
Dignity Health, Phoenix, AZ, United States
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you will deliver essential direct patient care under the supervision of our clinical team. Leveraging your knowledge of basic patient care principles and medical terminology, you will perform a range of daily duties.
Every day you will actively assist patients with personal care, mobility, and feeding, monitoring vital signs, documenting observations, and maintaining a therapeutic and organized patient environment. You will also work closely with the nursing team to prepare patients for procedures or transport.
To be successful in this role requires a genuine passion for patient well‑being, diligence in executing tasks, keen observational skills regarding patient conditions, and a proactive approach to continuous learning and professional development.
Conduct hourly rounds on approximately 8 to 10 patients, checking vitals, maintaining whiteboard information, and assisting with care as needed.
Collaborates with RN in implementation of plan.
Assists patients with activities of daily living according to standards of care and hospital protocol.
Reports significant observed or reported alterations in patient condition.
Assists with patient admission, discharge and transfer.
Job Requirements (Required)
Completion of nursing assistant program, or EMT program, or completion of first block of nursing program, upon hire.
Emergency Medical Technician: AZ, or
Certified Nursing Assistant: AZ,
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certificate.
Preferred
1 to 3 years Nursing Assistant experience in an acute care setting.
Where You'll Work
Located in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571‑bed, not‑for‑profit hospital with a rich history of providing health, social, and support services since 1895.
Pay Range
$19.49 - $27.52 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you will deliver essential direct patient care under the supervision of our clinical team. Leveraging your knowledge of basic patient care principles and medical terminology, you will perform a range of daily duties.
Every day you will actively assist patients with personal care, mobility, and feeding, monitoring vital signs, documenting observations, and maintaining a therapeutic and organized patient environment. You will also work closely with the nursing team to prepare patients for procedures or transport.
To be successful in this role requires a genuine passion for patient well‑being, diligence in executing tasks, keen observational skills regarding patient conditions, and a proactive approach to continuous learning and professional development.
Conduct hourly rounds on approximately 8 to 10 patients, checking vitals, maintaining whiteboard information, and assisting with care as needed.
Collaborates with RN in implementation of plan.
Assists patients with activities of daily living according to standards of care and hospital protocol.
Reports significant observed or reported alterations in patient condition.
Assists with patient admission, discharge and transfer.
Job Requirements (Required)
Completion of nursing assistant program, or EMT program, or completion of first block of nursing program, upon hire.
Emergency Medical Technician: AZ, or
Certified Nursing Assistant: AZ,
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certificate.
Preferred
1 to 3 years Nursing Assistant experience in an acute care setting.
Where You'll Work
Located in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571‑bed, not‑for‑profit hospital with a rich history of providing health, social, and support services since 1895.
Pay Range
$19.49 - $27.52 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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