Entry-Level Patient Care Technician

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Texas is seeking a patient care assistant to provide basic technical support and compassionate care across assigned areas. The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and teamwork with licensed staff to meet individual patient needs.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent plus an eligible technical program, with options ranging from Nurse Assistant to EMT, and a potential requirement for BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent and completion of one of the listed technical programs.
• Completion of Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Corpsman, EMT, UTMB Hospital Aide Training, or equivalent.
• Two years of direct patient care experience; or certification (MA, PCT, CNA) at hire.
• Enrolled in nursing school with first-semester clinical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic technical assistance and supportive patient care.
• Support patient needs across assigned areas.

Skills

Patient care

Education

High school or equivalent with technical program

Nurse Assistant program

Medical Assistant program

Medical Corpsman program

EMT program

UTMB Hospital Aide Training Program

2 years direct patient care experience

Certified MA, PCT, or CNA

Nursing school (first semester clinicals)

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Texas is seeking a patient care assistant to provide basic technical support and compassionate care across assigned areas. The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and teamwork with licensed staff to meet individual patient needs.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent plus an eligible technical program, with options ranging from Nurse Assistant to EMT, and a potential requirement for BLS certification.