Patient Care Tech (Day/Night) — Growth & Benefits

Ardent Health Services; Tyler (TX); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Tyler, TX is seeking a Patient Care Tech (PCT) for night or day shifts on a full-time basis. The role supports patients with daily activities, monitors vitals, collects specimens, and assists with treatments under RN supervision.

The ideal candidate will hold a Texas CNA or PCT certification, maintain BLS, and meet the high school diploma requirement. Hospital experience in acute or long-term care is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Active certification within the State of Texas.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Completion of approved CNA or PCT certification, or pending nursing program completion within one semester.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.
• Observe patients’ progress and relay reports to Registered Nurse or medical staff.
• Record vital signs and collect specimens for lab tests.
• Provide basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.
• Measure intake/output, assist with range of motion, and perform ECGs as ordered.
• Assist with treatments, catheter care, suture/staple removal, splinting, and other procedures as directed.
• Coordinate daily unit activities and participate in performance improvement efforts.

Skills

BLS Certification

Vital Signs

Phlebotomy

ECG

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Texas CNA or PCT certification

Job description

Ardent Health Services in Tyler, TX is seeking a Patient Care Tech (PCT) for night or day shifts on a full-time basis. The role supports patients with daily activities, monitors vitals, collects specimens, and assists with treatments under RN supervision.

The ideal candidate will hold a Texas CNA or PCT certification, maintain BLS, and meet the high school diploma requirement. Hospital experience in acute or long-term care is preferred.