Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Cardiac PCU, Full Time, Nights

#REF!•Fort Worth, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Cardiac PCU, Full Time, Nights Here’s What You Need · H.S. Diploma or Equivalent . · Other - CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency . · 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. Upon Hire Or · EMT - Emergency Medical Technician Military experience with medical training equivalent (Equivalent to EMT-B) Upon Hire Or · Other Nursing student who has completed fundamentals or foreign nurse degree program Upon Hire Or · Other 1 year of applicable experience in lieu of an active and approved certification. Upon Hire And · BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly And · 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. What You Will Do · 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. Additional perks of being a Texas Health PCT · Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment programs as well as several other benefits. · 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. At Texas Health Southwest and Texas Health Clearfork, we operate as one hospital across two locations, proudly serving the southwest Fort Worth area and its surrounding communities since 1987. Our 261-bed, full-service hospital provides convenient access to care for patients across Tarrant County. Our specialties include surgical services, orthopedics, rehabilitation, imaging, and adult critical care. We also offer a 24-hour emergency department. Additionally, we are certified as a Primary Heart Attack Center, Primary Stroke Center, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Maternal Center, Level III Neonatal Center, and a nationally accredited facility for Breast care, as well as Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement. Texas Health Southwest has earned Magnet designation, a CMS 5-Star rating, recognition as a top hospital by U.S. News & World Report, and multiple STEMI/NSTEMI care awards. If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together! Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards. Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to [email protected] #LI-ER1 Patient Care Tech (PCT) – Cardiac PCU Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work location: Texas Health Southwest - Work hours\: Full Time Nights (6\:45 PM – 7\:15 AM) for 36 hours/week. Weekend and holiday requirements

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
Other - CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency
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. Upon Hire Or
EMT - Emergency Medical Technician Military experience with medical training equivalent (Equivalent to EMT-B) Upon Hire Or
Other Nursing student who has completed fundamentals or foreign nurse degree program Upon Hire Or
Other 1 year of applicable experience in lieu of an active and approved certification. Upon Hire And
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly And
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.

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.