Patient Care Technician

Job DetailsJob Location: Texas Institute for Surgery LL SURG - Dallas, TX 75231-5100Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedJob Shift: Day The Patient Care Technician (PCT) supports nursing staff by delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients across Inpatient, PACU, and Float Pool units. Responsibilities include assisting with patient mobility, vital signs, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with the flow of patients from the waiting area to exam rooms across various departments. Transport patients using wheelchairs or walkers as needed and assist with personal medical needs. Recognize, report, and respond appropriately to actual or potential emergency situations. Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, transferring, repositioning, and mobility. Collect and label specimen, such as blood and urine, for laboratory testing under proper supervision. Assist with electrocardiograms (EKGs) as directed by clinical staff. Obtain and accurately document vital signs. Restock exam rooms, fold laundry, perform basic housekeeping tasks, and complete daily checks of sharps containers, gloves, tissues, and linen disposal. Communicate professionally and effectively with patients, families, and team members. Offer emotional support and clear communication to patients and families to promote comfort and trust. Chart in CPSI and record patient supply usage on billing sheets. Provide support across different departments as needed. Perform other duties or projects as assigned. Qualifications Education & Training: High School diploma or equivalent required Post-secondary training in healthcare preferred Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a hospital or clinical support role. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certification as a Nurse Aide (CNA) with an active listing on the Texas Nurse Aide Registry - or - certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA), is required. BLS required Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license as employees may occasionally be required to operate a company vehicle. Reasonable accommodations may be provided as required by law. Key Skills: Ability to perform physically demanding work and function efficiently in a fast‑paced, team‑based setting. Strong interpersonal skills. Excellent attention to detail. Effective organizational skills. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr