Patient Care Technician

** Job Summary and Responsibilities*
* As a  
** Patient Care Technician (PCT)** , you will deliver essential direct patient care under the supervision of our clinical team. Leveraging your knowledge of basic patient care principles and medical terminology, you will perform a range of daily duties.

Every day you will actively assist patients with personal care, mobility, and feeding, monitoring vital signs, documenting observations, and maintaining a therapeutic and organized patient environment. You will also work closely with the nursing team to prepare patients for procedures or transport.

To be successful in this role requires a genuine passion for patient well-being, diligence in executing tasks, keen observational skills regarding patient conditions, and a proactive approach to continuous learning and professional development.

+ Assists the nurse/physician during examinations, treatments and procedures as requested

+ Retrieves necessary equipment and supplies

+ Assists in patient/equipment preparation

+ Performs follow-up actions as directed

+ Documents clinically relevant findings in the patient's record according to hospital protocols

+ Prepares patients for transportation to other departments/areas

** Job Requirements*
* ** Required*
* + Completion of nursing assistant program, or EMT program, or completion of first block of nursing program

+ Emergency Medical Technician: AZ, or

+ Certified Nursing Assistant: AZ

+ American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Where You'll Work

** Hello Human kindness:
Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)*
* ** Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with human kindness.*
* Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care:

+ Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.

+ Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.

+ Level I Trauma Center:
One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

+ Culture of Excellence & Well-being:
We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.

+ Community &

Collaboration:

Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.

+ Join a Legacy, Shape a Future:
Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of human kindness.

** Pay Range*
* $19.49 - $27.52 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.