Patient Care Tech / PCT ER

BSA Health System; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

BSA Hospital in Amarillo, TX, seeks a night-shift, full-time Emergency Room Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join the team. The role includes assisting patients with daily activities and recording vital signs under nursing supervision.

The position emphasizes compassionate care, use of basic PCT skills, and collaboration with ER staff to support patient well-being during shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have completed some high school education.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Preferred: High School Diploma or GED, completion of High School PCT competencies, certification as a PCT or CNA.

Responsibilities

• Works in an entry-level position providing basic patient care under nursing supervision.
• Assists patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.
• Observes patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to the nurse.
• Obtains and records patients' vital signs and collects specimens for lab tests.

Skills

Basic patient care

Vital signs observation

ADLs assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

High School PCT competencies

PCT or CNA certification

Job description

Join our team as a night-shift, full-time, Emergency Room (ER) Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Amarillo, TX.

Why Join Us?

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance , and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• BSA Hospital is a 445-bed hospital serving the Amarillo area for over 120 years and continues to be Amarillo’s preferred healthcare provider. At BSA, the focus is to provide quality health care in Christian love, service, and dignity.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT:

Responsibilities

• Works in an entry-level position providing basic patient care under nursing supervision.
• Assists patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.
• Observes patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to the nurse.
• Obtains and records patients' vital signs and collects specimens for lab tests.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Must have completed some high school education.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalency.
• Completion of High School PCT competencies.
• Certification as a PCT (Certified Care Technician) or CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant).