Surgical Patient Care Tech — Hands-On Support

St. David's HealthCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, dental, & 

Vision benefits

Free counseling & referral services

401(k) with match

Job summary

St. David's Medical Center in Austin, part of HCA Healthcare, seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join a collaborative nursing team. You will assist with vital signs, mobility, and daily personal care, helping RNs monitor conditions and implement care plans in a patient-focused environment.

Your empathy, attention to detail, and teamwork will help restore comfort and dignity while ensuring safe and welcoming surroundings for every patient you serve.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• No travel required.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support smooth care and recovery.
• Providing non-medicated care such as dressing changes, skin protection, and use of supportive devices.
• Keeping patient areas and common spaces clean, organized, and stocked to maintain safety and efficiency.
• Managing supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control and team readiness.
• Communicating kindly with patients, families, and the care team to support safety and quality.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

St. David's Medical Center in Austin, part of HCA Healthcare, seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join a collaborative nursing team. You will assist with vital signs, mobility, and daily personal care, helping RNs monitor conditions and implement care plans in a patient-focused environment.

Your empathy, attention to detail, and teamwork will help restore comfort and dignity while ensuring safe and welcoming surroundings for every patient you serve.