Patient Care Technician 2 at Hartford HealthCare

Patient Care Tech

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 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 Connecticuts most comprehensive healthcare network.

Serving our community since 1998, Hospital of Central Connecticut is a vibrant and progressive organization with a genuine concern for our patients, community, and employees alike. Weve earned top honors for quality stroke care, gold level recognition for organ donation, and employing leaders in the field of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation, providing the highest quality level of care.

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 of hire date or job transfer date.

Preferred Qualifications

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.