Patient Care Technician / PCT IMC-Stepdown

Ardent Health Services; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Intermediate Care Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join their team in Athens, TX. In this rewarding role, you will provide essential support to patients by assisting with daily activities, monitoring vital signs, and performing basic medical procedures. The organization prides itself on a people-first culture, where your well-being is prioritized, and you are empowered with career growth opportunities. This is an excellent chance to make a meaningful impact in patient care while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Wellness Resources

Qualifications

• Active certification in Texas is required for this role.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities and monitor their progress.
• Record vital signs and provide basic patient transport.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Basic Medical Procedures

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CNA or PCT Certification

Nursing Program Enrollment

Tools

Medical Equipment

ECG Machines

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a PRN, Intermediate Care Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Athens, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health Athens is a 127-bed facility, including a 24-hour ED, designated as a Level IV trauma center and Level III stroke center; advanced diagnostic technology; 10-bed ICU; maternity unit radiation therapy center; and a stand-alone ED in Gun Barrel City.

Responsibilities

• Work under limited supervision of nursing and medical staff and with full proficiency to perform all duties, which include assisting patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.
• Observe patients’ progress to prepare and disseminate reports to Registered Nurse or other medical staff.
• Obtain and record patients' vital signs and collect specimens for lab tests.
• Provide basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.
• Measure and record patients' intake and output and other measurements in accordance with unit routines, assist patients with range of motion, and draw blood.
• Assist in providing treatments to patients, perform technical procedures such as feeding tube and catheter administration, suture/staple removal, splinting of extremities, and perform ECGs as ordered.
• Coordinate daily activities for assigned unit to include general clerical and administrative support and participate in performance improvement activities to enhance and maintain personal and department qualifications and standards of performance.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must maintain active certification within the State of Texas.
• BLS required – must have certification within 30 days of hire or transfer into position.
• Completion of approved CNA or PCT certification, or may be in senior year of nursing school with less than one semester to complete the nursing program.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 5 years' experience in acute or long-term care.