Patient Care Technician 1 ED Plainfield

Hartford HealthCare - Norwich, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

Norwich, CT

10,001+ employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Patient Care Technician 1 - ED Plainfield at Hartford HealthCare plays a crucial role in supporting patient care under the supervision of a Nurse Leader. This position involves performing both direct and indirect patient care activities essential for maintaining a safe and efficient care environment. The technician is responsible for selected interventions that contribute to comprehensive patient care, ensuring a positive patient experience in a high-activity work environment. Opportunities for career advancement are available through a clinical ladder based on experience and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform specific duties that support patient care under the supervision of a Nurse Leader.
• Conduct direct and indirect patient care activities essential for a safe care environment.
• Execute selected interventions and activities that contribute to comprehensive patient care.
• Ensure a positive patient experience in collaboration with the care team.
• Adapt to a high activity work environment with multiple priorities and flexible scheduling.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
• Career development and growth opportunities.