Work where every moment mattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkJoin us at Backus Hospital as we live our values every day As part of Hartford HealthCare we create a better future for healthcare in Connecticut and beyond By embodying these values we have become nationally respected for patient care and most trusted for personalized coordinated care Come be part of something specialFor more than years 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 are 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 communitiesJob SummaryUnder the supervision of a Nurse Leader and the direction of the Registered Nurse the Patient Care Tech is responsible for performing specific duties that support patient care which includes direct and indirect patient care activities that are 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 In addition along with the care team this position is responsible for ensuring a positive patient experience This entry level position performs in a high activity work environment with multiple priorities and necessitates 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 heldWork where every moment mattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkJoin us at Backus Hospital as we live our values every day As part of Hartford HealthCare we create a better future for healthcare in Connecticut and beyond By embodying these values we have become nationally respected for patient care and most trusted for personalized coordinated care Come be part of something specialFor more than years 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 are 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 communitiesJob SummaryUnder the supervision of a Nurse Leader and the direction of the Registered Nurse the Patient Care Tech is responsible for performing specific duties that support patient care which includes direct and indirect patient care activities that are 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 In addition along with the care team this position is responsible for ensuring a positive patient experience This entry level position performs in a high activity work environment with multiple priorities and necessitates 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 heldNo experience required training provided on siteSuccessful completion of PCT specific Hartford Healthcare orientation Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association AHA obtained within months days of hire dateAbility to demonstrate cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patientsfamilies and co workersMust be able to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate information in EnglishFlexibility to respond to changes in work schedules as necessary or as requestedPreferredHigh school diploma or GEDSome relevant experienceCurrent certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association AHACurrent CNA or EMT certificationWe take great care of careersHartford Healthcare provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working with a top notch organizationMedical and dental benefitsk plan with employer matchGenerous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hireDiscounts on services products and optional coverages ndash movie tickets pet insurance travel and moreWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this is your momentAs an Equal Opportunity EmployerAffirmative Action employer the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicantrsquos race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin and veteran or disability statusNo experience required training provided on siteSuccessful completion of PCT specific Hartford Healthcare orientation Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association AHA obtained within months days of hire dateAbility to demonstrate cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patientsfamilies and co workersMust be able to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate information in EnglishFlexibility to respond to changes in work schedules as necessary or as requestedPreferredHigh school diploma or GEDSome relevant experienceCurrent certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association AHACurrent CNA or EMT certificationWe take great care of careersHartford Healthcare provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working with a top notch organizationMedical and dental benefitsk plan with employer matchGenerous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hireDiscounts on services products and optional coverages ndash movie tickets pet insurance travel and moreWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this is your momentAs an Equal Opportunity EmployerAffirmative Action employer the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicantrsquos race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin and veteran or disability status