Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Med Surg

Tenet Healthcare; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer 1

Generous paid time off

Career development opportunities

HSAs and flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Pet insurance and other voluntary add‑

Job summary

The Hospitals of Providence - Memorial Campus in El Paso, TX is seeking a Patient Care Tech I to support nursing staff and help provide compassionate care. You will assist with personal hygiene, vital signs, and bed linens while contributing to a safe, comforting environment.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, basic computer and clinical equipment knowledge, and CPI/CPR readiness. This role is full-time with a night shift, offering growth within a trusted hospital system.

Qualifications

• Basic familiarity with patient care equipment and clinical systems.
• Preferred: prior clerical or customer service duties in a healthcare setting.
• Must be capable of following instructions and working with nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing personnel with patient care activities and comfort.
• Take vital signs, assist with hygiene, and change bed linens.
• Serve and prepare meals, collect trays, and help maintain supplies.

Skills

Computer-driven equipment

Clinical customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If you're dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!

At The Hospitals of Providence - Memorial Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Job Shift: Night

Job Type: Full Time

The Patient Care Tech I assists nursing service personnel with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. Assists with personal hygiene, takes vital signs, and changes bed linens. May serve and collect food trays, provide for between-meal nourishment, and clean, sterilize, store, and prepare other supplies. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

• Required- High School Diploma or GED

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• Required-None
• Preferred-Acute care and/or previous clinical experience

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Current Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (American Red Cross or American Heart Association)
  if American Red Cross, must obtain American Heart Association within 60-days of hire
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification within 90-days of hire/transfer

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, and ABILITIES:

• Preferred: Prior basic experience performing clerical or customer service duties with prior HUC training/experience in a clinical setting
• Ability to use computer driven patient care equipment

Organization Description

The Hospitals of Providence have faithfully been serving our community since 1902. Generations of families have chosen our hospitals to be a steward of health in the El Paso community. Our five hospitals include a childrens hospital committed to providing the care patients need, when they need it. Today, the Hospitals of Providence are comprised of our region's most trusted hospitals, each dedicated to meeting our families specific healthcare needs. Join our team!

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