Patient Care Technician

TEXAS INSTITUTE FOR SURGERY • Dallas, TX

125d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) supports nursing staff by delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients across Inpatient, PACU, and Float Pool units. Responsibilities include assisting with patient mobility, vital signs, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. Our patient population primarily consists of individuals undergoing elective orthopedic, spine, ENT, cosmetic, ophthalmology, urology, oral & maxillofacial, and other specialty surgical procedures, as well as patients undergoing medical detoxification.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience in a hospital setting or clinical support role
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as employees may occasionally be required to operate a company vehicle.
• BLS Certification
• One of the following certifications: Patient Care Technician Certification (NHA, AMCA, AMT) OR Certification as a Nurse Aide (CNA) with an active listing on the Texas Nurse Aide Registry OR Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA)

Responsibilities

• Assist with the flow of patients from the waiting area to exam rooms across various departments.
• Transport patients using wheelchairs or walkers as needed and assist with personal medical needs.
• Recognize, report, and respond appropriately to actual or potential emergency situations.
• Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring, repositioning, and mobility.
• Collect and label specimen, such as blood and urine, for laboratory testing under proper supervision.
• Assist with electrocardiograms (EKGs) as directed by clinical staff.
• Obtain and accurately document vital signs.
• Restock exam rooms, fold laundry, perform basic housekeeping tasks, and complete daily checks of sharps containers, gloves, tissues, and linen disposal.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with patients, families, and team members.
• Offer emotional support and clear communication to patients and families to promote comfort and trust.
• Chart in CPSI and record patient supply usage on billing sheets.
• Provide support across different departments as needed.
• Perform other duties or projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED