Patient Care Tech / PCT ER

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights; Salado (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights in Belton, TX is seeking a Night Shift ER Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our Emergency Department team full-time. You will provide basic patient care under supervision, assist with ADLs, and help maintain patient comfort and safety.

The role requires BLS certification within 14 days of hire, and a High School Diploma or GED. Experience in acute or long-term care is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs under supervision.
• Monitors and records patients’ vital signs and reports findings to RN or medical staff.
• Obtains specimens for lab tests as directed.
• Provides basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

ADLs assistance

Patient transport

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• 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:

• Seton Medical Center Harker Heights is an 83-bed acute care hospital offering services such as Cardiology, Emergency Services and a Level IV Trauma Designated ER, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Total Joint Replacement, Gastroenterology, Diagnostic Services and more.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT:

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Tech (PCT ) w orks in an entry level position providing basic patient care under the direction or nu rsing and medical staff to perform all duties of a PCT I, which include assisting patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.
• Observes patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to Registered Nurse or other medical staff.
• Obtains and records patients' vital signs and collects specimens for lab tests.
• Provides basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.

Job Requirements:

• 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 Graduate or GED.
• 1 years' experience in acute or long-term care.