Compassionate Patient Care Technician — Surgery Floor

St. David's HealthCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Fertility support

Life insurance

Job summary

St. David's Surgical Hospital in North Austin is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our collaborative nursing team.

You will support Registered Nurses with hands-on care, monitor patients, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment through daily vital checks, mobility assistance, and personal care. This role emphasizes teamwork, empathy, and clear communication with patients, families, and the care team.

Qualifications

• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of 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

Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Job description

St. David's Surgical Hospital in North Austin is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our collaborative nursing team.

You will support Registered Nurses with hands-on care, monitor patients, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment through daily vital checks, mobility assistance, and personal care. This role emphasizes teamwork, empathy, and clear communication with patients, families, and the care team.