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

Texas Health Resources; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health is seeking a Patient Care Tech (PCT) for its Fort Worth location. This full-time role involves assisting patients, collecting data, and collaborating with nursing staff. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and strong interpersonal skills. Join a supportive team dedicated to high-quality patient care and enjoy benefits like 401k, medical coverage, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

401k

PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Qualifications

• Completion of PCT Training Program or equivalent required.
• One year of applicable experience may substitute for active certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients according to care plans.
• Collect and report patient data.
• Support patient activities of daily living.

Skills

Organizational Abilities

Interpersonal Skills

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

BCLS Certification

EMT Certification

Job description

**Patient Care Tech (PCT)**

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

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

**Department:** NICU

**Hours:** 36 hours/week, 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. It offers services in cardiovascular care, high-risk obstetrics, gynecology, orthopedics, neonatal intensive care, trauma/emergency medicine, and more. The hospital features a 75,000 sq ft Emergency Services Center, 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.

**Qualifications:**

• High School Diploma or Equivalent **_Required_**
• Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency **_Required_**
• Completion of PCT Training Program (e.g., TX CNA, NHA, NAHP, NCCT) or equivalent. Certification not required to be maintained post-hire unless specified. **_Required_**
• EMT certification or military medical experience equivalent (e.g., EMT-B). **_Required_**
• Other nursing students or foreign nurse degree holders may qualify if they have completed fundamentals training. **_Required_**
• One year of applicable experience may substitute for active certification. **_Required_**
• BCLS certification prior to providing independent patient care, maintained quarterly. **_Required_**
• CPI training, maintained annually. **_Required_**

Additional skills include organizational abilities, positive interpersonal skills, and effective communication.

**Role Responsibilities:**

• Assist patients according to care plans.
• Collect and report patient data.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges.
• Support patient activities of daily living, respecting patient/family preferences.
• Perform technical procedures safely and proficiently.
• Reduce patient risks.
• Enter orders and document accurately.
• Collaborate with nurses to adapt care to patient needs, including cultural and religious considerations.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Anticipate and meet patient, family, and visitor needs.
• Work in partnership with the healthcare team following the Professional Practice Model.
• Be adaptable to schedule and workload changes.
• Support new team members and participate in orientation.
• Use interpersonal skills effectively with all stakeholders.
• Prioritize care collaboratively with nursing staff.
• Maintain and enhance patient care skills.
• Seek supervision for unfamiliar tasks.
• Serve as a patient advocate.
• Comply with policies and communicate effectively.
• Report ethical or legal concerns promptly.
• Participate in process improvement activities.
• Adhere to National Patient Safety Goals.

**Perks of working at Texas Health:**

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical/dental/vision, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment, and more.
• Engage in high-quality patient care, education, research, and nursing innovations.
• Supportive team environment with growth opportunities.

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Applicants must submit a resume. Opportunities are within wholly owned Texas Health Resources entities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other protected classes.