Patient Care Technician

Texas Institute For Surgery; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Institute For Surgery in Dallas, TX seeks a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff across inpatient, PACU, and Float Pool units. You will assist with patient mobility, monitor vitals, and maintain a clean, safe environment.

The role requires a high school diploma, BLS, and CNA or CMA certification, plus 1–3 years hospital experience. You’ll collaborate with teams, document in CPSI, and provide compassionate patient care and ADL support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Post-secondary training in healthcare preferred.
• 1–3 years of hospital or clinical support experience.
• CNA with Texas Nurse Aide Registry or CMA/RMA certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist flow of patients from waiting area to exam rooms across departments.
• Transport patients using wheelchairs or walkers and assist with personal needs.
• Recognize, report, and respond to emergencies.
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring, mobility.
• Collect and label specimens for laboratory testing under supervision.
• Assist with EKGs as directed by staff.
• Obtain and document vital signs.
• Restock exam rooms and perform basic housekeeping duties.
• Chart in CPSI and record patient supply usage on billing sheets.
• Provide support across departments as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

ADLs assistance

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary healthcare training

Tools

CPSI system

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Texas Institute for Surgery LL SURG - Dallas, TX 75231-5100Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedJob Shift: Day

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) supports nursing staff by delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients across Inpatient, PACU, and Float Pool units. Responsibilities include assisting with patient mobility, vital signs, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the flow of patients from the waiting area to exam rooms across various departments.
• Transport patients using wheelchairs or walkers as needed and assist with personal medical needs.
• Recognize, report, and respond appropriately to actual or potential emergency situations.
• Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring, repositioning, and mobility.
• Collect and label specimen, such as blood and urine, for laboratory testing under proper supervision.
• Assist with electrocardiograms (EKGs) as directed by clinical staff.
• Obtain and accurately document vital signs.
• Restock exam rooms, fold laundry, perform basic housekeeping tasks, and complete daily checks of sharps containers, gloves, tissues, and linen disposal.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with patients, families, and team members.
• Offer emotional support and clear communication to patients and families to promote comfort and trust.
• Chart in CPSI and record patient supply usage on billing sheets.
• Provide support across different departments as needed.
• Perform other duties or projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Training:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Post-secondary training in healthcare preferred

Experience:

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a hospital or clinical support role.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Certification as a Nurse Aide (CNA) with an active listing on the Texas Nurse Aide Registry - or - certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA), is required.
• BLS required
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as employees may occasionally be required to operate a company vehicle. Reasonable accommodations may be provided as required by law.

Key Skills:

• Ability to perform physically demanding work and function efficiently in a fast‑paced, team‑based setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Effective organizational skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.