Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Ortho Trauma, Part-Time Nights

#REF!•Fort Worth, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Ortho Trauma position at Texas Health Fort Worth is a part-time role focused on nights. The hospital is an 851-bed, Magnet-designated, full-service facility serving the Fort Worth community since 1930. It offers advanced care in various specialties and holds numerous certifications and recognitions, including being a Level I Trauma Center and a Comprehensive Cardiac Center. The PCT will provide direct patient care and assistance, collect and report patient data, perform technical procedures, collaborate with nurses, maintain a safe environment, and participate in process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
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.
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
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.