Patient Care Tech (Per Diem) - Acute Rehab
St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent’s is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network and is the system’s second-largest hospital.
About the role
Under the supervision of a Nurse Leader, the Patient Care Tech is responsible for performing specific duties that support patient care, including direct and indirect patient care activities essential to providing a safe and efficient care environment. This position performs selected interventions and activities that contribute to comprehensive patient care in accordance with regulatory and hospital standards, policies, and procedures. Along with the care team, this role ensures a positive patient experience. The position operates in a high-activity work environment with multiple priorities and requires scheduling flexibility. 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 credential from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 2 months (60 days) of hire or job transfer date.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Some relevant experience in an acute care hospital environment preferred.
- Current certified BLS Provider credential from the AHA preferred.
- Certification as a CNA, CPCT/A, EMT, or CMA preferred to be eligible for advancement in the PCT clinical ladder.
Benefits
Hartford HealthCare offers a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance, with exciting opportunities for career development and growth across locations in the state.