Patient Care Technician (PCT) - General Surgery, Full-Time, Nights

Texas Health Resources • Fort Worth, TX

22h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Patient Care Technician (PCT) in General Surgery at Texas Health Fort Worth. Texas Health Fort Worth is an 851-bed, Magnet-designated, full-service hospital that has served Fort Worth and surrounding Tarrant County communities since 1930. The hospital offers advanced care in cardiovascular services, high-risk obstetrics, gynecology, neurosciences, orthopedics, and emergency medicine, along with certified programs in various specialties. The role involves providing direct patient care, assisting with admissions and discharges, performing technical procedures, maintaining a safe environment, and collaborating with the nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care. The organization is committed to improving community health and offers a supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required.
• CLIAFE: Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency Required.
• PCT Training Program (TX CNA, NHA, NAHP, NCCT, accredited community college program or a THR approved program). Not required to maintain certification when applicable after hire. OR
• EMT - Emergency Medical Technician Military experience with medical training equivalent (Equivalent to EMT-B) Upon Hire Required. OR
• Nursing student who has completed fundamentals or foreign nurse degree program Upon Hire Required. OR
• 1 year of applicable experience in lieu of an active and approved certification. Upon Hire Required.
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Required.
• CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training Maintained Annually 90 Days Required.
• Possesses organizational skills to function in a fast-paced work environment, positive interpersonal skills, and good verbal and written communication skills.
• Nursing Students who do not complete course of study in nursing but having completed their Fundamentals Training and EMTs who do not formally retain their EMT status may continue in role if they have consistently demonstrated skills in their PCT position.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care and assistance based on the plan of care and patient/family preferences.
• Collects and reports patient data, supports admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Performs technical procedures safely and documents care accurately.
• Collaborates with nurses to adapt care for diverse populations and cultural needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment and proactively meets patient and visitor needs.
• Demonstrates teamwork, flexibility, and effective communication across disciplines.
• Participates in process improvement, adheres to safety goals, and advocates for patients.

Benefits

• 401k
• PTO
• medical
• dental
• Paid Parental Leave
• flex spending
• tuition reimbursement
• student loan repayment programs
• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees