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Hartford Hospital
Patient Care Technician - Medicine Observation
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Health Technician or Technologist (Other) performs medical tests and operates diagnostic equipment. May specialize working in mental health, emergency medicine, occupational health, or in a medical laboratory.
$50,932 / year median in Connecticut
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Location Detail:
80 Seymour Street (10008)Shift Detail:
Every other weekend, every other holiday Come join Hartford Healthcare and work where every moment matters! Hartford Hospital is actively hiring Patient Care Technician (PCT) for our Specialty Medical Observation Unit . No floating outside of the Medicine Division Supportive environment to promote professional and interpersonal development and growth Full and part time positions available Hartford Hospital doesn't just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our Patient Care Technicians too.We offer:
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleague AND dependents Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health No mandatory shift extensions or on-call obligations Paid time off and health insurance packages Free parking on-site Hartford Hospital's Specialty Medicine Units offer its Patient Care Technician a collaborative work environment as they care for a wide variety of patients with acute care conditions. Specialty Medicine Patient Care Technician work as a team to deliver holistic care to patients and their families. Working in this supportive environment allows a Patient Care Technician to join a multidisciplinary team, widen their skill set, and develop competencies required to care for a diverse patient population. The specialty medicine division offers opportunities for career development, growth, and life-long learning. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Patient Care Technician performs delegated functions as a member of a patient care team to provide a variety of services such as activities of daily living, vital signs, EKGs, and glucose checks. These activities contribute to meeting the health care, safety and comfort needs of patients, and are performed in accordance with all existing regulatory and hospital standards, policies and procedures. Reports to Unit Manager. This role performs in a high activity work environment with multiple priorities and necessitates flexibility in scheduling. Additional responsibilities and career advancement opportunities are available through a clinical ladder for Patient Care Techs based on experience, skillsets, and certifications held. Qualifications Qualifications- No experience required, training provided on-site.
- Successful completion of PCT specific HHC orientation.
- Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 2 Months (60 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Preferred
- High school diploma or GED.
- Some relevant experience in an acute care hospital environment.
- Current certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Certification as a CNA, CPCT/A, EMT or CMA to be eligible for advancement in the PCT clinical ladder We take great care of careers.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance