<p>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.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Sign-on bonus of up to $1,250 based on eligibility</li> <li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Career development and continuing education opportunities</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Dedicated Orthopedics unit within a hospital that houses the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center — a high-volume, subspecialty-focused environment</li> <li>PCT works under the direct supervision of RNs and LPNs, functioning as an integral member of the bedside care team</li> <li>Orthopedic-specific clinical tasks include application and removal of Buck's traction (following initial RN/PT application), anti-embolism stockings, and sequential compression devices</li> <li>Routine clinical responsibilities: vital signs, pulse oximetry, intake and output measurement, weight measurement using standing, sling, bed, or chair scales</li> <li>Skin integrity monitoring and repositioning protocols; care delivered according to the SKIN bundle</li> <li>Patient rounding per unit-specific guidelines; room preparation for new admissions</li> <li>Assistance with activities of daily living including hygiene, mobility, oral/denture care, shampooing, and feeding</li> <li>Works in a secure department with access to medication storage areas</li> <li>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</li> <li>Hospital established in 1961; longstanding regional presence in Tucson</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>High School Diploma or GED required</li> <li>Completion of a PCT training program, CNA training program, or equivalent required</li> <li>Current CPR certification required</li> <li>Current CNA licensure preferred</li> <li>Previous hospital or healthcare experience preferred; knowledge of the hospital environment is a plus</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>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.</p>