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Patient Care Tech/ PCT

Ardent Health Services, Albuquerque, NM, United States


Overview
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Recovery Room‑B, Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Albuquerque, NM.

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.

One year of experience in acute or long‑term care.

Working towards approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT‑P) certification.

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