Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Ortho Trauma, Full-Time Days

Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Ortho Trauma, Full-Time Days

Patient Care Tech (PCT) – Ortho Trauma Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work location: Texas Health Fort Worth - 1301 Pennsylvania Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104 Work hours: Full Time Days (6:15 AM – 7:45 PM) for 36 hours/week. Weekend and holiday requirements Ortho Trauma highlights: Our dedicated team on our 36-bed Ortho Trauma unit cares for patients involved in car accidents, motorcycle accidents, horse accidents, geriatric hip fractures, head injuries, chest tubes, trachs, pelvic and femur fractures. We are a Level II Trauma Center and the first in Texas to be recognized for achieving excellence in the treatment of hip fractures and Orthopedic Trauma by The Joint Commission.

Qualifications Here's What You Need · H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required. · Other - CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency Required. · PCT Training Program TX CNA, NHA, NAHP, NCCT, accredited community college program or a THR approved program. Not required to maintain certification when applicable after hire. Upon Hire Required Or · EMT - Emergency Medical Technician Military experience with medical training equivalent (Equivalent to EMT-B) Upon Hire Required Or · Other Nursing student who has completed fundamentals or foreign nurse degree program Upon Hire Required Or · Other 1 year of applicable experience in lieu of an active and approved certification. Upon Hire Required And · BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Required And · CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training Maintained Annually 90 Days Required. · Possesses organizational skills to function in a fast-paced work environment, positive interpersonal skills, and good verbal and written communication skills. · Nursing Students who do not complete course of study in nursing but having completed their Fundamentals Training and EMTs who do not formally retain their EMT status may continue in role if they have consistently demonstrated skills in their PCT position.

What You Will Do · Provides patient care and assistance based on the plan of care and patient/family preferences. · Collects and reports patient data, supports admission, transfer, and discharge processes. · Performs technical procedures safely and documents care accurately. · Collaborates with nurses to adapt care for diverse populations and cultural needs. · Maintains a clean, safe environment and proactively meets patient and visitor needs. · Demonstrates teamwork, flexibility, and effective communication across disciplines. · Participates in process improvement, adheres to safety goals, and advocates for patients.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health PCT · Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment programs as well as several other benefits. · Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice. · Strong Unit Based Council (UBC). · A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.