Compassionate Patient Care Technician – Med Surg

HCA Healthcare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

Savings and retirement resources

Education support

Additional benefits

Job summary

HCA Healthcare's St. David's South Austin Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support Registered Nurses in hands-on patient care, monitor conditions, and help create a safe, compassionate environment for patients.

This role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and attention to detail to assist with daily needs, vital signs, mobility, and personal care, ensuring a positive patient experience and adherence to care plans.

Qualifications

• BCLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of start date.
• No prior nursing experience is required.

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

Skills

BCLS

Job description

HCA Healthcare's St. David's South Austin Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support Registered Nurses in hands-on patient care, monitor conditions, and help create a safe, compassionate environment for patients.

This role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and attention to detail to assist with daily needs, vital signs, mobility, and personal care, ensuring a positive patient experience and adherence to care plans.