Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital in Tucson, Arizona is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for its Orthopedics unit — a specialty floor within a full-service acute care hospital that is home to the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center, a Level I Trauma Center, and a Comprehensive Stroke Center. This is a hands-on clinical support role working directly alongside RNs and LPNs to deliver high-quality, relationship-based care to orthopedic patients. A sign-on bonus of up to $1,250 is available for eligible candidates.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus of up to $1,250 based on eligibility
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Dedicated Orthopedics unit within a hospital that houses the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center — a high-volume, subspecialty-focused environment
- PCT works under the direct supervision of RNs and LPNs, functioning as an integral member of the bedside care team
- Orthopedic-specific clinical tasks include application and removal of Buck's traction (following initial RN/PT application), anti-embolism stockings, and sequential compression devices
- Routine clinical responsibilities: vital signs, pulse oximetry, intake and output measurement, weight measurement using standing, sling, bed, or chair scales
- Skin integrity monitoring and repositioning protocols; care delivered according to the SKIN bundle
- Patient rounding per unit-specific guidelines; room preparation for new admissions
- Assistance with activities of daily living including hygiene, mobility, oral/denture care, shampooing, and feeding
- Works in a secure department with access to medication storage areas
- Hospital services also include a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, Carondelet Neurological Institute, cardiology, emergency medicine, and labor and delivery — a robust acute care environment with broad clinical exposure
- Hospital established in 1961; longstanding regional presence in Tucson
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Completion of a PCT training program, CNA training program, or equivalent required
- Current CPR certification required
- Current CNA licensure preferred
- Previous hospital or healthcare experience preferred; knowledge of the hospital environment is a plus
About the Community
Tucson is Arizona's second-largest city, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Sonoran Desert and surrounded by five mountain ranges — offering year-round outdoor recreation including hiking, cycling, and climbing within minutes of the city. Tucson combines a low cost of living relative to other major Southwest metros with a vibrant arts scene, University of Arizona cultural amenities, and a warm, sunny climate that draws outdoor enthusiasts and families alike. The city's diverse neighborhoods, strong school options, and proximity to both Phoenix and the Mexican border make it a compelling destination for clinicians seeking an active, affordable lifestyle in the Southwest.