Compassionate Med-Surg Patient Care Technician

St. David's HealthCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off & family leave

401(k) with match

Tuition and certification support

Job summary

St. David's South Austin Medical Center, part of St. David's HealthCare, is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses with hands-on care and to help create a safe, welcoming environment for patients.

The role involves assisting with vital signs, mobility, and personal care, while contributing to infection control and team readiness. Training for Basic Cardiac Life Support is required within 30 days of start.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support smooth care and recovery
• Providing non-medicated care such as dressing changes, skin protection, and use of supportive devices
• Keeping patient areas and common spaces clean, organized, and stocked to maintain safety and efficiency
• Managing supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control and team readiness
• Communicating kindly with patients, families, and the care team to support safety and quality

Job description

St. David's South Austin Medical Center, part of St. David's HealthCare, is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses with hands-on care and to help create a safe, welcoming environment for patients.

The role involves assisting with vital signs, mobility, and personal care, while contributing to infection control and team readiness. Training for Basic Cardiac Life Support is required within 30 days of start.