Patient Care Technician / PCT Med Surg

UT Health East Texas; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Patient Care Technician in Tyler, TX. This full-time role offers a chance to make a real difference in patients' lives by assisting with daily activities and monitoring vital signs. Work in a supportive environment that prioritizes your well-being and professional growth. With advanced technology and a commitment to excellence, this position is ideal for those passionate about healthcare. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career in a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Wellness Resources

Inclusive Culture

Advanced Technology Support

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities like bathing and dressing.
• Observe and report patients’ progress to nursing staff.
• Perform technical procedures such as ECGs and blood draws.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Communication Skills

Technical Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CNA or PCT Certification

Job description

Join us to apply for the Patient Care Technician / PCT Med Surg role at UT Health East Texas.

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Medical Surgical Patient Care Tech in Tyler, TX.

Why Join Us?

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources supporting 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 Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 502 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians, and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT:

• 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 the assigned unit, including general clerical and administrative support, and participate in performance improvement activities to maintain standards of performance.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• BLS certification required - must obtain within 30 days of hire or transfer into the position.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 5 years' experience in acute or long-term care
• Completion of approved CNA or PCT certification, or being in the final semester of nursing school with less than one semester remaining.
• Must maintain active certification within the State of Texas.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care