Patient Care Technician / PCT Med Surg Telemetry

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

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to enhance patient care in a supportive environment. This role involves assisting patients with daily activities, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring a high standard of care. Join a team that values your well-being and offers opportunities for career growth. With advanced technology and a people-first culture, you will play a vital role in improving healthcare outcomes. If you are passionate about patient care and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Supportive Culture

Wellness Resources

Education Support

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of CNA or PCT certification or in final semester of nursing school.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Observe patients' progress and report to medical staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Vital Signs Monitoring

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

High School Diploma

CNA or PCT Certification

Job description

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Join our team as a night shift, PRN, Medsurg-Telemetry Patient Care Tech (PCT) in Tyler, TX.

Why Join Us?

• 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.
• Observe patients’ progress and report to medical staff.
• Obtain and record vital signs, collect specimens for lab tests.
• Provide basic patient transport and housekeeping duties.
• Measure and record patients' intake/output, assist with range of motion, and draw blood.
• Assist with treatments, perform procedures like feeding tube and catheter administration, suture/staple removal, splinting, and ECGs.
• Coordinate daily activities, support clerical tasks, and participate in performance improvement activities.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of approved CNA or PCT certification, or in the final semester of nursing school.
• Active certification within the State of Texas.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Requirements:

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

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare