Patient Care Tech / PCT Float Pool

BSA Health System; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

BSA Hospital in Amarillo, TX, seeks a day-shift, full-time Float Pool Patient Care Technician (PCT). You will work under nursing supervision to support patient care, assist with activities of daily living, and observe patients to report progress to the nurse.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, collecting specimens for lab tests, and ensuring patient comfort. BLS required within 14 days; high school education is needed; PCT/CNA certification preferred.

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: PCT certification or CNA entitlement.

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 recording

Education

High school diploma or GED

PCT competencies

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day-shift, full-time, Float Pool Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Amarillo, 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:

• 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 healthcare 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).