Patient Care Technician - Med Surg Support & Comfort

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Behavioral health and telemedicine

Paid time off

Paid family leave

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our collaborative nursing team. You will support Registered Nurses, assist with daily needs, vital signs, mobility, and personal care to help restore comfort and dignity for patients.

As a PCT, you will help monitor conditions, carry out care plans under RN supervision, maintain a safe, welcoming environment, and contribute to infection control and teamwork that improves patient outcomes.

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

Job description

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our collaborative nursing team. You will support Registered Nurses, assist with daily needs, vital signs, mobility, and personal care to help restore comfort and dignity for patients.

As a PCT, you will help monitor conditions, carry out care plans under RN supervision, maintain a safe, welcoming environment, and contribute to infection control and teamwork that improves patient outcomes.