Patient Care Technician I — Infirmary Support

Utmb; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health is seeking a dedicated aide to provide basic technical assistance and supportive patient care across assigned areas. This role emphasizes practical nursing support and compassionate patient interaction.

Candidates may come from Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Corpsman, or EMT backgrounds, including those enrolled in nursing programs. A focus on safety, patient comfort, and collaboration with healthcare teams is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Corpsman, EMT, or UTMB Hospital Aide Training Program.
• Two years of direct patient care experience preferred.
• Certification as MA, PCT, or CNA at time of hire preferred.
• Enrolled in a School of Nursing with first semester including clinical concepts and health assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients throughout assigned areas.

Skills

Basic patient care

Technical support

Education

Nurse Assistant program

Medical Assistant program

Medical Corpsman program

EMT program

UTMB Hospital Aide Training Program

Nursing School enrollment (first semester with clinicals)

Job description

UTMB Health is seeking a dedicated aide to provide basic technical assistance and supportive patient care across assigned areas. This role emphasizes practical nursing support and compassionate patient interaction.

Candidates may come from Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, Medical Corpsman, or EMT backgrounds, including those enrolled in nursing programs. A focus on safety, patient comfort, and collaboration with healthcare teams is essential.