Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Woodland Heights Medical Center; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodland Heights Medical Center in Texas is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing staff and deliver patient-centered care. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, collecting vitals, and maintaining a safe, organized care environment in alignment with the patient's plan of care.

The ideal candidate has 0–2 years of acute care experience or is currently enrolled in a Nursing program, with BCLS required within 90 days and CNA/CPCT preferred.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program.
• Basic patient care knowledge and equipment handling.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff with delegated basic patient care and maintains a safe, organized environment.
• Records vital signs, intake/output, and other data; reports to RN/LPN/LVN promptly.
• Aids with meals, personal care, mobility, bathing, and hygiene needs.
• Supports positioning, ambulation, and use of mobility aids as needed.
• Collects urine/stool samples and performs finger-stick glucose under supervision.
• Communicates patient information clearly to the care team and adheres to PPE protocols.
• Participates in safety, infection control, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Maintains attendance, follows policies, and performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Nursing program enrollment

Job description

Woodland Heights Medical Center in Texas is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing staff and deliver patient-centered care. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, collecting vitals, and maintaining a safe, organized care environment in alignment with the patient's plan of care.

The ideal candidate has 0–2 years of acute care experience or is currently enrolled in a Nursing program, with BCLS required within 90 days and CNA/CPCT preferred.