JOB DETAILS
Patient Care Tech / PCT Med Surg
CompanyArdent Health Services
LocationAlbuquerque
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 6, 2025
About The Company
For nearly 100 years, Lovelace Health System has set new standards of care in New Mexico through revolutionary advances in medicine and surgery. Today, that legacy of accomplishment continues in our commitment to advanced technology and sensitive care. At Lovelace, we believe that each encounter with a patient or health care consumer offers an opportunity to make a difference in their health and well-being – and in our reputation for caring, customer service and positive outcomes. We've made investments in technology and programs to meet Albuquerque's evolving needs. With a network of acute care hospitals and Lovelace Medical Group clinics, we serve patients throughout the greater Albuquerque and Rio Rancho metropolitan area, as well as Roswell. We not only strive to be the provider of choice for patients, but employer of choice for health care professionals in New Mexico.
About the Role
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Med Surg- 2W 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 Westside Hospital provides care to Albuquerque’s Westside and Rio Rancho, including a 24-hour emergency department and a wide range of inpatient and outpatient surgical capabilities such as Ear Nose and Throat (ENT), bariatric, and orthopedic service lines.
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.
- Observed patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to Registered Nurses 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
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Preferred Job Requirements:
- 1 year of experience in acute or long-term care
- Experience in Phlebotomy or completion of a Phlebotomy course.
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Work toward approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification
Key Skills
Patient CareBasic Patient CareVital Signs MonitoringSpecimen CollectionPatient TransportHousekeeping DutiesMedical TerminologyPhlebotomy
Categories
Healthcare
Benefits
Paid Time OffComprehensive Health BenefitsTuition AssistanceCareer Growth Opportunities
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Patient Care Technician provides basic patient care under the direction of nursing and medical staff. Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily activities, monitoring their progress, and recording vital signs.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
2201
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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