Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Cardiac

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The Patient Care Tech provides individualized, culture-specific patient care by attending to patients’ personal needs and comfort under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role assists professional or licensed nurses, as delegated, with tasks requiring less technical skills. The Patient Care Tech participates in shift and bedside reports and supports regional, facility, department, and unit initiatives. The position works under immediate supervision, follows instructions and pre-established guidelines, and typically reports to a Registered Nurse or supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or a valid CNA or PCA/PCT certificate.
• CPR certification.
• Excellent customer service skills and basic computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, visitors, and healthcare team members.
• Knowledge of patient rights, aseptic/sterile technique, and infection control best practices.
• EKG training in selected units.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience as a nursing assistant in an acute care setting.
• CNA/LNA certification from the Arizona State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Attend to patients’ personal needs and comfort while providing individualized, culture-specific care under a Registered Nurse’s supervision.
• Assist professional or licensed nurses, as delegated, with tasks requiring less technical skills.
• Participate in shift and bedside reports.
• Participate in and support regional, facility, department, and unit initiatives.
• Perform job functions according to instructions and pre-established guidelines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.
• Sign-on bonus of up to $2,500, based on eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED