Patient Care Technician (PCT, CNA, EMT) Oncology

Location: Backus Hospital (Norwich, CT). Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. Since 1893, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

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 providing comprehensive care to patients in accordance with all existing 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform specific duties that support patient care, including direct and indirect patient care activities.
• Execute selected interventions and activities contributing to comprehensive patient care.
• Ensure a safe and efficient care environment in accordance with regulatory and hospital standards.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure a positive patient experience.
• Adapt to a high-activity work environment with shifting priorities.

Qualifications

Required:

• No prior experience required; on-site training provided.
• 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.

Preferred:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Relevant experience in an acute care hospital environment.
• Current certified BLS Provider credential 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

Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth across multiple locations. We provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.