Patient Care Technician - ER (PRN)

Patient Care Technician, PRN

Emergency Room Department | Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC)

Be part of the frontline team that delivers compassionate, hands‑on care when patients need it most.

At Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC), our clinical support staff play a vital role in ensuring safe, respectful, and patient‑centered care. We are seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated Patient Care Technicians to join our care teams in La Junta, Colorado.

Located just east of the Rocky Mountains, AVRMC proudly serves Southeastern Colorado with high-quality healthcare close to home. If you’re passionate about patient care and want flexibility while making an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Position Summary

As a Patient Care Technician, you will provide direct and indirect patient care services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will support patients’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs while assisting the care team across departments in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.

This role requires flexibility, strong communication skills, and the ability to respond effectively to changing patient conditions.

This is a PRN (as-needed) position within our Emergency Department.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care and Support

• Provide direct and indirect patient care that meets psychosocial, physical, and general care needs
• Deliver age‑appropriate care for pediatric, geriatric, and adult patients
• Assist with activities of daily living and basic nursing care under RN supervision
• Provide one‑on‑one observation for patients experiencing acute self‑harm ideation
• Respond quickly and accurately to changes in patient condition or treatment response

Monitoring and Communication

• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the RN
• Communicate clearly and effectively with nurses, physicians, and team members
• Explain care procedures to patients and families within scope of practice
• Support patient and family involvement in care

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, nurses, physicians, and team members
• Report changes in condition, diagnostic results, and symptoms promptly
• Consult other departments to support an interdisciplinary approach to care
• Assist physicians with procedures requiring technical and manual skills under RN direction

Safety, Compliance & Professionalism

• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, hospital policies, and nursing standards
• Demonstrate flexibility, organization, and the ability to function under stressful situations
• Perform general nursing duties across departments with appropriate supervision
• Train as backup for ER Assistant as needed

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current BLS Certification
• MA, NA, or EMT Certification or be enrolled in a nursing program

Why Join AVRMC

We offer a supportive work environment where every employee plays an important role in our mission of providing extraordinary care—no matter their schedule.

Benefits & Perks

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Full-Time)
• Life Insurance (Full-Time)
• Short-Term Disability Coverage (Full-Time)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Full-Time & Part-Time)
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance (Full-Time)
• Employee Wellness Programs (All Statuses)
• Gym Membership Discount (Part-Time & Full-Time)
• Employee Assistance Program (All Statuses)

Financial Benefits

• Competitive Pay (All Statuses)
• Shift Differentials (All Statuses)
• Annual Salary Increase Opportunities (All Statuses)
• Generous Paid Time Off (Full-Time & Part-Time)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (available immediately for eligible employees), Employer Match after 1 Year of Service

Additional Advantages

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer (All Statuses)

• Colorado FAMLI Program Participation (All Statuses)

  (Up to 12–16 weeks of paid leave for qualifying life events)

• Identity Theft Protection (Full-Time & Part-Time)

• Rewards & Recognition Programs (All Statuses)

• Cafeteria Meal Discounts (All Statuses)

Ready to Apply?

We’re excited that you are considering a career with AVRMC.

Join our mission to provide extraordinary care—because every role matters.