Patient Care Technician (Pct)

Come join Hartford HealthCare and work where every moment matters!

Backus Hospital is actively hiring Patient Care Technicians for our Float, Cardiology, Oncology, Orthopedic, Progressive Care Unit and Med Surg units across multiple hours and shifts.

At Backus Hospital, we don't just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our Patient Care Technicians too. At Hartford HealthCare, we offer:

• Higher Education partnerships with Quinnipiac, Post University, Salve Regina, Elms College, Sacred Heart University, and University of Hartford offering discounts to employees

• Care.com partnership in addition to several product, entertainment, and wellness discounts

• Free parking

• Generous PTO and benefit package

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

• 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

For more than 118 years, 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.

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.