Patient Care Technician Jobs in San Jose, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent GED program.
• Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Patient Care Technician program; a Fundamentals of Nursing program from an accredited nursing school; the HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program; or equivalent medical-background experience such as EMT, Home Health Aide, CMA, MA, PCT, or Nursing Assistant.
• Candidates who have not completed one of the listed programs but meet the other requirements may be considered for the HMH PCT Apprentice Program; successful completion of the program is required before transfer to the Patient Care Technician role.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs.
• Strong accountability for improving the lives of patients and caregivers, teamwork, commitment to ongoing education, and dedication to high-quality, patient-focused care and service.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 60 days of entering the position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or certification in phlebotomy and checking EKGs, vital signs, and blood sugar.
• At least one year of PCT or CNA experience in a hospital setting, or eligibility for the HMH PCT Apprentice Program.
• Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, or Patient Care Technician who has completed a PCT program that includes theoretical and clinical training in phlebotomy, EKG, and nursing assistant coursework.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate patient care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria.
• Support effective and safe patient outcomes through sound practice, judgment, and critical actions.
• Communicate with patients, nursing colleagues, and other healthcare team members about patient status and care provided.
• Take initiative to improve job performance and identify or create opportunities to contribute beyond expected requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration on patient care plans from admission through discharge to support safe transitions and continuity of care.
• Participate in Unit/Department Performance Improvement activities.
• Assist with patient-, unit-, and environment-related tasks and participate in patient safety initiatives.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits