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

Texas Health Resources; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in Fort Worth as a Patient Care Tech, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care. This full-time position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, assisting patients with daily activities, monitoring their progress, and collaborating closely with nursing staff. You'll be part of a committed team dedicated to high-quality patient care, education, and innovation. With numerous benefits and growth opportunities, this role is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Benefits

401k

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Qualifications

• Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency.
• One year of applicable experience in lieu of active certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients according to care plans and collect patient data.
• Support activities of daily living and maintain a clean environment.
• Collaborate with nurses to tailor care and communicate effectively.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Completion of a PCT Training Program

EMT certification or military medical training

Completion of fundamentals in nursing

Job description

**Patient Care Tech (PCT)**

_Texas Health is seeking a skilled PCT. Are you the one?_

**Work location:** Texas Health Fort Worth - 1301 Pennsylvania Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104

**Department:** Neuro Telemetry

**Work hours:** 36 hours, Full-Time, Nights (7pm-7am)

**Highlights:**

• Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth is an 815-bed, Magnet-designated regional referral center serving Tarrant County and surrounding communities since 1930. The hospital offers cardiovascular care, high-risk obstetrics, gynecology, orthopedics and sports medicine, neonatal intensive care, trauma/emergency medicine, and more. It features a 75,000 sq ft Emergency Services Center, one of the largest in the region, with over 4,000 employees, 200 volunteers, and nearly 1,000 physicians. Recognized nationally for its oncology program and named “Best Place to Have a Baby” in Tarrant County. Certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center and Primary Heart Attack Center by the Joint Commission.

· Join us and experience what it's like to work at a “100 Best Company To Work For”!

**Minimum Requirements:**

• High School Diploma or Equivalent _Required_
• Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency _Required_
• Completion of a PCT Training Program (TX CNA, NHA, NAHP, NCCT, or THR approved). Certification maintenance not required after hire unless applicable. _Required_
• EMT certification or military medical training equivalent (EMT-B). _Required_
• Completion of fundamentals in nursing or foreign nurse degree. _Required_
• One year of applicable experience in lieu of active certification. _Required_
• BCLS certification prior to independent patient care and maintained quarterly. _Required_
• CPI training, maintained annually. _Required_

**Skills and Attributes:**

• Organizational skills for fast-paced environments, positive interpersonal skills, effective communication.
• Nursing students who haven't completed their program but have Fundamentals Training, and EMTs without current EMT status, may continue if they've demonstrated skills in the PCT role.

**What You Will Do:**

• Assist patients according to care plans.
• Collect and report patient data.
• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.
• Support activities of daily living, adapting to patient and family preferences.
• Perform technical procedures safely and proficiently.
• Reduce patient risk and ensure safety.
• Enter orders and document accurately.
• Collaborate with nurses to tailor care, respecting cultural and religious needs.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Anticipate and meet patient, family, and visitor needs.
• Work in partnership with the healthcare team following Professional Practice Model philosophy.
• Adapt to schedule changes and support new team members.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
• Organize workload and prioritize care with nursing support.
• Maintain and improve patient care skills.
• Seek assistance when performing unfamiliar tasks.
• Act as a patient advocate.
• Follow personnel policies and department communication standards.
• Report ethical or legal concerns promptly.
• Identify and improve inefficient processes.
• Participate in quality and safety initiatives.
• Adhere to National Patient Safety Goals.

**Additional Perks:**

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, vision, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment, and more.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care, education, research, and innovation.
• Supportive Unit-Based Council (UBC) and growth opportunities.

**Questions?** Email [e-mail].

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