Compassionate Patient Care Tech - Entry Level

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Decatur (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off and family leave

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist Registered Nurses with hands-on patient care, vital signs, mobility and daily living activities. You will help create a safe, welcoming environment and support adherence to care plans through attentive teamwork and clear patient communication.

The role emphasizes empathy, safety, infection control, and collaboration with the nursing team to promote comfort and dignity for every patient served.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support smooth care and recovery.
• Provide non-medicated care such as dressing changes and skin protection.
• Keep patient areas and common spaces clean, organized, and stocked for safety and efficiency.
• Manage supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control and team readiness.
• Communicate kindly with patients, families, and the care team to support safety and quality.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Patient care

Education

BLS Certification

Job description

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist Registered Nurses with hands-on patient care, vital signs, mobility and daily living activities. You will help create a safe, welcoming environment and support adherence to care plans through attentive teamwork and clear patient communication.

The role emphasizes empathy, safety, infection control, and collaboration with the nursing team to promote comfort and dignity for every patient served.