PCT Float Pool Level 2 — Cross‑Unit Care Support

UT Southwestern; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern seeks a Patient Care Technician for the Inpatient Float Pool to provide patient care under nursing supervision. You will perform assessments, support daily activities, and help ensure comfortable, safe patient experiences across multiple units.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and timely communication, with duties including data collection, hygiene, and patient support in a high-demand hospital environment in Dallas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Able to read, write and communicate in English.
• BLS certification required.
• CPI certification within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Collects data ( intake/output, weight, temperature, pulse, respirations, BP) and reports abnormal values to the nurse.
• Reports changes in patient condition promptly to ensure safe, high-quality care.
• Responds to patient requests in a respectful and timely manner.
• Performs basic hygiene care and monitors skin during baths and reports abnormalities.
• Conducts frequent rounds to assist with comfort, positioning, and hygiene.
• Documents patient information accurately and timely.
• Transfers and transports patients safely, ensuring patient dignity and safety.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

English literacy (read, write, communicate)

BLS - Basic Life Support

CPI - Crisis Prevention Institute within 180 Days

Job description

UT Southwestern seeks a Patient Care Technician for the Inpatient Float Pool to provide patient care under nursing supervision. You will perform assessments, support daily activities, and help ensure comfortable, safe patient experiences across multiple units.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and timely communication, with duties including data collection, hygiene, and patient support in a high-demand hospital environment in Dallas.