Patient Care Technician I – Corrections Facility

UTMB Health; Dickinson (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Texas seeks a dedicated nurse aide/medical support professional to provide basic technical assistance and patient care within a correctional setting. The role supports nursing staff, performs vital sign monitoring and data collection, and upholds strict privacy and safety standards.

The position requires completion of a recognized program or equivalent patient-care experience, with current BLS-HP certification.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of one of the listed programs or two years of direct patient care experience.
• BLS-HP certification is required.
• Experience in a correctional healthcare setting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Collects, reports and documents vital signs, height/weight, intake and output and collects specimens.
• Assists with patient activities, feeding and mobility per the care plan.
• Maintains patient privacy and safety in a correctional environment.
• Maintains a clean, aseptic environment and follows infection control procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Data collection

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

High school or equivalent

Nurse Assistant program

Medical Assistant program

Medical Corpsman program

EMT program

UTMB Hospital Aide training program

Two years of direct patient care experience

Enrollment in School of Nursing (1st semester)

Current BLS-HP

Job description

UTMB Health in Texas seeks a dedicated nurse aide/medical support professional to provide basic technical assistance and patient care within a correctional setting. The role supports nursing staff, performs vital sign monitoring and data collection, and upholds strict privacy and safety standards.

The position requires completion of a recognized program or equivalent patient-care experience, with current BLS-HP certification.