Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Neuro, Full-Time, Nights

Texas Health Resources; Texas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Texas Health Fort Worth seeks a Patient Care Tech (PCT) to provide direct patient care in the Neuro unit, supporting nurses and the care plan. You will collect patient data, assist with admissions, and document care accurately in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a diploma or equivalent, BCLS, CPI, and PCT/EMT training or equivalent experience. Night shift, full-time, with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required.
• CLIAFE must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency.
• PCT Training Program or THR approved program. Not required to maintain certification after hire.
• EMT-B or equivalent military medical training upon hire.
• Nursing student with fundamentals completed upon hire.
• 1 year of applicable experience may substitute for active certification upon hire.
• BCLS required prior to independent care and maintained quarterly.
• CPI training maintained annually.

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.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CLIA - Foreign education equivalency

PCT Training Program (TX CNA/NAHP/NCCT)

EMT-B training

BCLS certification

CPI training

Job description

Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Neuro Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work location: Texas Health Fort Worth - 1301 Pennsylvania Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104 Work hours: Full Time Nights (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM) for 36 hours/week. Weekend and holiday requirements

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.

Texas Health Fort Worth is an 851-bed, Magnet-designated, full-service hospital that has served the Fort Worth community since 1930. We offer advanced care in cardiovascular services, high-risk obstetrics, gynecology, neurosciences, sports medicine, and emergency medicine. Our hospital also features certified programs in Advanced Hip and Knee Replacement, Brain Tumor Treatment, Advanced Spine Care, and Advanced Palliative Care. We are also home to a kidney transplant program that underscores our high-acuity capabilities, and we support Graduate Medical Education (GME) to help train the next generation of physicians. Texas Health Fort Worth is Joint Commission-certified as a Comprehensive Cardiac Center, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and a Level I Trauma Center. We are also a designated Magnet hospital and recognized as the Best Place to Have a Baby in Tarrant County. Texas Health Fort Worth continues to be a top choice in North Texas for emergency services, women's health, cardiac care, and more.

If you're ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let's show the world how we're even better together! Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards. Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to [e-mail] #LI-ER1