Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Neuro PCU, PRN, Nights

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

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount Programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health Southwest seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide bedside patient care in the Neuro PCU. The role supports admission, transfer, and discharge processes while maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Strong teamwork and communication are essential. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, completed PCT or THR-approved training, BCLS certification, CPI training, and the ability to meet CLIAFE standards for foreign education equivalency.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required.
• CLIAFE compliance for foreign education equivalency required.
• PCT Training Program or THR approved program required or equivalent.
• EMT training or military medical training equivalent required or upon hire.
• Nursing student who completed fundamentals or foreign nurse degree allowed upon hire.
• 1 year of applicable experience in lieu of an active certification required upon hire.
• BCLS required prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly.
• CPI training maintained annually.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care and assistance based on the care plan and patient/family preferences.
• Collects and reports patient data and 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 and effective communication across disciplines.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Patient Care Technician (PCT) – Neuro PCU

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

Work hours: PRN Nights

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 Or
• 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, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.
• Delivery of high-quality patient care
• 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.