Patient Care Technician (PCA, CNA, EMT) - Surgical Service

St. Vincent's Medical Center • Bridgeport, CT

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Nurse Leader, the Patient Care Technician performs specific duties that support patient care, including direct and indirect activities essential to maintaining a safe and efficient care environment. The role performs selected interventions and activities that contribute to comprehensive patient care in accordance with regulatory and hospital standards, policies, and procedures. Working with the care team, the technician also helps ensure a positive patient experience.

The position involves a high-activity work environment with multiple priorities and requires flexibility in scheduling. Additional responsibilities and career advancement opportunities are available through a clinical ladder based on experience, skillsets, and certifications. The employer provides on-site training; no prior experience is required.

Requirements

• Successful completion of Patient Care Technician-specific Hartford HealthCare orientation.
• Obtain an American Heart Association-certified BLS Provider credential within 2 months (60 days) of hire or job transfer.
• No prior experience is required; training is provided on-site.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Some relevant experience in an acute care hospital environment.
• Current American Heart Association-certified BLS Provider credential.
• Certification as a CNA, CPCT/A, EMT, or CMA for eligibility to advance in the PCT clinical ladder.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct and indirect patient care activities that support patient care and help maintain a safe, efficient care environment.
• Perform selected interventions and activities contributing to comprehensive care in accordance with regulatory and hospital standards, policies, and procedures.
• Work with the care team to help ensure a positive patient experience.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits program designed to support work/life balance.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Clinical ladder career advancement opportunities based on experience, skillsets, and certifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed