Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Telemetry, Full-Time Days

Texas Health•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Telemetry position at Texas Health Fort Worth is a full-time role focused on providing direct patient care and assistance. The PCT will support the plan of care, collect and report patient data, and assist with admission, transfer, and discharge processes. This role involves performing technical procedures safely, documenting care accurately, and collaborating with nurses to adapt care for diverse populations. The PCT will also maintain a safe environment, meet patient and visitor needs, demonstrate teamwork, and participate in process improvement initiatives. Texas Health Fort Worth is an 851-bed, Magnet-designated hospital serving Fort Worth and surrounding communities since 1930, offering advanced care in various specialties and recognized for its high-acuity capabilities and commitment to training future physicians. The hospital is Joint Commission-certified as a Comprehensive Cardiac Center, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and a Level I Trauma Center, and is recognized as a Magnet hospital and the Best Place to Have a Baby in Tarrant County.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
PCT Training Program TX CNA, NHA, NAHP, NCCT, accredited community college program or a THR approved program.
EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
Military experience with medical training equivalent (Equivalent to EMT-B)
Nursing student who has completed fundamentals or foreign nurse degree program
1 year of applicable experience in lieu of an active and approved certification.
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly
CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training Maintained Annually 90 Days
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.

Nice To Haves

CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency
Not required to maintain certification when applicable after hire.
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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.