Patient Care Technician: Compassionate Support & Growth

HCA Houston Healthcare; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses and provide hands-on care for patients. You will assist with vital signs, mobility, and daily personal care while helping maintain a safe, welcoming environment.

Your role emphasizes attention, empathy, and teamwork to restore comfort and dignity for every patient served, contributing to our mission of improving lives daily.

Qualifications

• Provides hands-on care under RN supervision.
• Ability to monitor patient conditions and assist with daily activities.
• Demonstrates empathy and teamwork in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support smooth care and recovery
• Providing non-medicated care such as dressing changes, skin protection, and use of supportive devices
• Keeping patient areas and common spaces clean, organized, and stocked to maintain safety and efficiency
• Managing supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control and team readiness
• Communicating kindly with patients, families, and the care team to support safety and quality

Skills

Basic Life Support

Job description

HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses and provide hands-on care for patients. You will assist with vital signs, mobility, and daily personal care while helping maintain a safe, welcoming environment.

Your role emphasizes attention, empathy, and teamwork to restore comfort and dignity for every patient served, contributing to our mission of improving lives daily.