Patient Care Tech / PCT Adult Psychiatric

Overview Join our team as a day shift, full‑time Adult Psychiatric Unit‑A 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 Work under the moderate supervision of nursing and medical staff to perform all necessary duties, which include assisting patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs. Observe patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to Registered Nurses or other medical staff. Obtain and record patients’ vital signs and collect specimens for lab tests. Provide basic patient transport and housekeeping duties. Measure and record patients’ intake and output and other measurements in accordance with unit routines, assist patients with range of motion, and draw blood. Qualifications 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: Completion of approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification, which includes BLS, or currently enrolled in nursing school. Two (2) years of experience in acute or long‑term care. Experience in Phlebotomy or completion of a Phlebotomy course. Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy. Knowledge of medical terminology. #J-18808-Ljbffr