Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Ortho

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Provides individualized, culture-specific patient care by attending to patients’ personal needs and comfort under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Assists professional or licensed nurses, as delegated, with tasks requiring less technical skills. Participates in shift and bedside report and supports regional, facility, department, and unit initiatives. The role works under immediate supervision using instructions and pre-established guidelines and typically reports to a registered nurse or supervisor.

The position is part of a patient care support team at Abrazo Scottsdale Campus, a full-service acute care hospital providing specialized services, orthopedic care, sports medicine, outpatient rehabilitation, diagnostic imaging, and emergency care.

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 health care 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

• Provide individualized, culture-specific patient care and attend to patients’ personal needs and comfort under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist professional or licensed nurses, as delegated, with tasks requiring less technical skills.
• Participate in shift and bedside report.
• Participate in and support regional, facility, department, and unit initiatives.

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.

What This Job Offers

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