Surgical Patient Care Technician — Compassionate Recovery

HCA Healthcare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Education support

Employee discounts

Job summary

St. David's Medical Center in Austin, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses with hands-on care, vital signs, mobility, and personal care. You will help create a safe, welcoming environment and contribute to care plans and patient comfort.

No experience required beyond CPR/BCLS; training is provided. This on-site role emphasizes teamwork, infection control, and clear communication with patients and families to uphold compassionate care and the

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS/CPR) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support smooth care and recovery.
• Provide non-medicated care such as dressing changes and skin protection.
• Keep patient areas clean, organized, and stocked to maintain safety and efficiency.
• Manage supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control and team readiness.
• Communicate kindly with patients, families, and the care team to support safety and quality.

Skills

CPR

Job description

St. David's Medical Center in Austin, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses with hands-on care, vital signs, mobility, and personal care. You will help create a safe, welcoming environment and contribute to care plans and patient comfort.

No experience required beyond CPR/BCLS; training is provided. This on-site role emphasizes teamwork, infection control, and clear communication with patients and families to uphold compassionate care and the