Patient Care Technician: Elevate Patient Comfort & Care

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, vision

Wellbeing program

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital in Fort Walton Beach, FL is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our collaborative nursing team. You will support Registered Nurses with hands-on care, assist with daily patient needs, monitor conditions, and help carry out care plans to restore comfort and dignity.

The role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and safety in a high‑quality care environment. Opportunities to grow and to participate in a broad benefits program are available to eligible

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

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 Cardiac Life Support

Job description

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital in Fort Walton Beach, FL is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our collaborative nursing team. You will support Registered Nurses with hands-on care, assist with daily patient needs, monitor conditions, and help carry out care plans to restore comfort and dignity.

The role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and safety in a high‑quality care environment. Opportunities to grow and to participate in a broad benefits program are available to eligible