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Backus Hospital

Patient Care Technician (PCT, CNA, EMT)

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.

$41,666 / year median in Connecticut

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Location Detail:
Backus Hospital (10309)
Shift Detail:
32 hours weekly. 3p-1130p. Every other weekend and rotating holidays required Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. Since 1893 Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with
LIFE STAR
helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities. Under the supervision of a Nurse Leader, the Patient Care Tech is responsible for performing specific duties that support patient care, which includes direct and indirect patient care activities that are essential to providing a safe and efficient care environment. This position performs selected interventions and activities that contribute to providing comprehensive care to patients in accordance with all existing regulatory and hospital standards, policies, and procedures. In addition, along with the care team, this position is responsible for ensuring a positive patient experience. 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 Required 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. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment .