Patient Care Technician - Fulltime- Medical/Surgical

Methodist Health System; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support patients and healthcare teams on 12‑hour shifts. The role requires assisting with patient care under supervision and meeting education/certification prerequisites such as BLS and CNA/CMA pathways.

Candidates may come from CNA programs, CMA programs, nursing courses, or military medic backgrounds. The hospital emphasizes its Magnet designation and trauma capabilities as part of its clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and multiple pathways to qualify (CNA, CMA, nursing student status, or military medic experience).
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Technician assists with patient care under the direction of professional staff to support the patient, nursing unit, and colleagues.

Education

High School Diploma

Nursing assistant exp (1 year)

CNA program graduate

Certified Medical Assistant program

Nursing student (1st semester)

Military medic experience

Foreign nursing grad (unlicensed RN)

EMT/Paramedic license

Job description

Hours of Work :

12 hr shifts

Days Of Week :

Varies

Work Shift :

Job Description :

Job Purpose

• The Patient Care Technician under the direction of the professional staff, assists with patient care to provide support to the patient, nursing unit and professional staff.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent, Required
• 1 year experience as a nursing assistant in a comparable healthcare facility Or
• Graduate from a certified nursing assistant program Or
• Certified Medical Assistant program Or
• Nursing student who documents completion of the first semester of a Nursing Program Or
• Documented military experience as a medic/corpsman Or
• Foreign Nursing graduate not currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the U.S Or
• EMT Certification/Paramedic License

Licenses and/or Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Required

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center - Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

Magnet®-designated hospital

150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023

Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023

Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023

Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Level III Trauma Center