Patient Care Technician

Northern Arizona Healthcare

. Assist with patient care, documentation, and supply management under the supervision of clinical leadership .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeCottonwood • Arizona • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care, documentation, and supply management while adhering to clinical protocols. Capable of collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and utilizing EMR for effective communication and documentation.

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CNA Or LNA LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS)Patient Care AssistanceEMR DocumentationInterdisciplinary Team Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Data EntryPatient Mobility AssistancePhlebotomyPatient Transfer SupportDocumentation Of Patient Data

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationOrganizational SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

EMR SystemsBasic Software Programs

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma Or GEDCNA Or LNA LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Patient CareDischarge PlanningClinical CompetenciesSafety ProceduresCommunity Resources

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with patient care, documentation, and supply management under the supervision of clinical leadership
Keep units supplied, clean, and organized
Answer telephones and patient or support-person questions within scope
Perform data entry and data collection
Assist discharged patients, coordinate discharge logistics, and help patients access resources and health-related services
Perform or assist with procedures within the PCT scope of practice
Work closely with the interdisciplinary team
Maintain department cleanliness and follow treatment cleanup procedures
Assist with patient transfers, mobility, activities of daily living, compression garments, dressing removal, and patient transport
Observe skin integrity and report abnormalities to supervising clinicians
Assist with catheter and IV removal and phlebotomy within scope of practice
Prioritize and problem-solve in response to changes in patient status
Assist physicians with EMR order entry as needed
Follow isolation precautions and blood-borne-pathogen safety procedures
Support discharge instructions, secure durable medical equipment, and use the EMR for documentation and communication
Answer, evaluate, and prioritize administrative telephone calls
Assist with orientation and training of new PCT staff
Maintain unit documents and charts and assist the charge nurse with clerical duties
Document objective patient data, care provided, and abnormal findings
Report safety incidents, attend safety training, and complete mandatory training modules
Float/Flex Pool PCTs may work on any hospital unit, change departments during a shift, or work as a Patient Safety Attendant; call is required for the Float/Flex Pool

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
Graduate of a Nursing Assistant Program
Current, unrestricted CNA or LNA license in the State of Arizona
Basic Life Support (BLS — American Heart Association only)
If employee does not have an Arizona LNA license: Fingerprint Clearance Card application number required upon hire
If employee does not have an Arizona LNA license: Fingerprint Clearance Card required within 90 days from date of hire
Must maintain appropriate clinical competencies for assigned roles
Understanding of computers and competence using computers and basic software programs
For Discharge PCT: ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and community agencies in patient care and care management
For Discharge PCT: ability to utilize the EMR for documentation and communication
For Discharge PCT: knowledge of available community resources
For Discharge PCT: understanding of post-discharge resource planning

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular full-time schedule at 36 hours per week (0.900 FTE)