Patient Care Tech: Compassionate Team Aide

HCA Houston Healthcare; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Prescription drug coverage

Dental coverage

Vision care

Behavioral health services

Telemedicine services

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

Paid family leave

Disability coverage

401(k) with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement planning tools

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Valley Regional Medical Center in Brownsville, TX, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the nursing team and help create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. You will assist with daily needs, monitor conditions, and contribute to care plans under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes empathy, attention to detail, and teamwork to restore comfort and dignity for each patient, aligning with our mission to improve lives every day.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification or credential required.
• Experience as PCT or nursing assistant preferred.
• Strong patient‑care and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort.
• Provide non‑medicated care such as dressing changes and skin protection.
• Keep patient areas clean, organized, and stocked to maintain safety.
• Manage supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control.
• Communicate kindly with patients, families, and the care team.

Skills

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Job description

Valley Regional Medical Center in Brownsville, TX, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the nursing team and help create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. You will assist with daily needs, monitor conditions, and contribute to care plans under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes empathy, attention to detail, and teamwork to restore comfort and dignity for each patient, aligning with our mission to improve lives every day.