Patient Care Tech - Med/Surg, 12-hr Shifts, BLS

Methodist Health System; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support patients and healthcare teams on 12‑hour shifts. The role requires assisting with patient care under supervision and meeting education/certification prerequisites such as BLS and CNA/CMA pathways.

Candidates may come from CNA programs, CMA programs, nursing courses, or military medic backgrounds. The hospital emphasizes its Magnet designation and trauma capabilities as part of its clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and multiple pathways to qualify (CNA, CMA, nursing student status, or military medic experience).
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Technician assists with patient care under the direction of professional staff to support the patient, nursing unit, and colleagues.

Education

High School Diploma

Nursing assistant exp (1 year)

CNA program graduate

Certified Medical Assistant program

Nursing student (1st semester)

Military medic experience

Foreign nursing grad (unlicensed RN)

EMT/Paramedic license

Job description

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support patients and healthcare teams on 12‑hour shifts. The role requires assisting with patient care under supervision and meeting education/certification prerequisites such as BLS and CNA/CMA pathways.

Candidates may come from CNA programs, CMA programs, nursing courses, or military medic backgrounds. The hospital emphasizes its Magnet designation and trauma capabilities as part of its clinical environment.