Patient Care Technician / PCT Adult Psychiatric

Company : Ardent Health Services

Location : Albuquerque, NM, 87101

Posted Date : 5 October 2025

Job Type : Full Time

Category : Medical Technician

Occupation : Patient Care Technician

Job Details

Overview
Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Adult Psychiatric Unit-A Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Albuquerque, NM.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

Lovelace Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT:
Responsibilities

Works in an entry-level position providing basic patient care under the direction of nursing and medical staff.
Assists patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.
Observes patients' progress to prepare and disseminate reports to the Registered Nurse or other medical staff.
Obtains and records patients' vital signs and collects specimens for lab tests.
Provides basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.

Qualifications
Job Requirements:

High School or GED.
Must have BLS certification within 30 days of hire or transfer into position.

Preferred Job Requirements:

Experience in Phlebotomy or completion of a Phlebotomy course.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
1 year of experience in acute or long-term care.
Working towards approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification