Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Cardiac PCU, Full-Time Days

Texas Health Resources; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Texas Health Southwest in Fort Worth is seeking a Patient Care Tech (PCT) for the Cardiac PCU. Full-time days with weekend and holiday requirements. The role focuses on delivering patient care while supporting nurses and the care team.

Prerequisites include a high school diploma or equivalent, CLIA compliance, and a THR-approved PCT program or equivalent. EMT or nursing student candidates may be considered with required certifications and training.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required.
• CLIA/FE compliance with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required.
• PCT Training Program TX CNA, NHA, NAHP, NCCT, THR-approved program required on hire or upon hire.
• EMT - Emergency Medical Technician (military training equivalent to EMT-B) required on hire or upon hire.
• Nursing student who has completed fundamentals or foreign nurse degree program on hire or upon hire.
• 1 year of applicable experience in lieu of an active certification on hire or upon hire.
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly.
• CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention training maintained annually, 90 days required.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care and assistance based on the plan of care and patient/family preferences.
• Collects and reports patient data; supports admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Performs technical procedures safely and documents care accurately.
• Collaborates with nurses to adapt care for diverse populations and cultural needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment and proactively meets patient and visitor needs.
• Demonstrates teamwork, flexibility, and effective communication across disciplines.
• Participates in process improvement and safety initiatives; advocates for patients.

Skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Communication (verbal & written)

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

PCT Training Program (TX CNA/NHA/NAHP/NCCT or THR approved)

Job description

Patient Care Tech (PCT) – Cardiac PCU

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

Texas Health Southwest - 6100 Harris Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76132

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Work location

Texas Health Southwest - 6100 Harris Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76132

Work hours

Full-Time Days (6:45 AM – 7:15 PM) for 36 hours/week. Weekend and holiday requirements

Here’s What You Need

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required.
• Other - CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency Required.
• PCT Training Program TX CNA, NHA, NAHP, NCCT, accredited community college program or a THR approved program. Not required to maintain certification when applicable after hire. Upon Hire Required Or
• EMT - Emergency Medical Technician Military experience with medical training equivalent (Equivalent to EMT-B) Upon Hire Required Or
• Other Nursing student who has completed fundamentals or foreign nurse degree program Upon Hire Required Or
• Other 1 year of applicable experience in lieu of an active and approved certification. Upon Hire Required And
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Required And
• CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training Maintained Annually 90 Days Required.
• Possesses organizational skills to function in a fast-paced work environment, positive interpersonal skills, and good verbal and written communication skills.
• Nursing Students who do not complete course of study in nursing but having completed their Fundamentals Training and EMTs who do not formally retain their EMT status may continue in role if they have consistently demonstrated skills in their PCT position.

What You Will Do

• Provides patient care and assistance based on the plan of care and patient/family preferences.
• Collects and reports patient data, supports admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
• Performs technical procedures safely and documents care accurately.
• Collaborates with nurses to adapt care for diverse populations and cultural needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment and proactively meets patient and visitor needs.
• Demonstrates teamwork, flexibility, and effective communication across disciplines.
• Participates in process improvement, adheres to safety goals, and advocates for patients.

Additional Perks Of Being a Texas Health PCT

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment programs as well as several other benefits.
• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

At Texas Health Southwest and Texas Health Clearfork, we operate as one hospital across two locations, proudly serving Fort Worth, Benbrook, Crowley, Aledo, Granbury, and the surrounding southwest Fort Worth communities since 1987. Our 261-bed, full-service hospital provides convenient access to care for patients across Tarrant County.

Our specialties include surgical services, orthopedics, imaging, and adult critical care. We also offer a 24-hour emergency department and are certified as a Primary Heart Attack Center, Primary Stroke Center, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Maternal Center, Level III Neonatal Center, and a nationally accredited facility for Breast care, as well as Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement.

Texas Health Southwest has earned Magnet designation, a CMS 4-Star rating, recognition as a top hospital by U.S. News & World Report, recognition as Premier's 100 Top Hospitals, a Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence for Patient Experience – Outpatient Services award, and multiple STEMI/NSTEMI care awards.

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