Patient Care Technician

Company Description Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit health system in Texas, serving individuals, families, and communities across the state. The system provides a full continuum of care through 52 hospitals and more than 1,300 access points, including flagship academic medical centers in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Temple. Its integrated delivery network includes a health plan, research institute, quality alliance, and a leading digital health platform, MyBSWHealth, to make care more accessible, convenient, and affordable. Founded more than a century ago as a Christian ministry of healing, Baylor Scott & White Health now cares for more than three million Texans and continues to build a new kind of healthcare focused on well-being and innovation. Role Description The Patient Care Technician is a full-time, on-site role located in Waxahachie, TX. In this position, the individual supports nursing and clinical teams by providing direct patient care, including assisting with daily living activities, mobility, and personal hygiene in accordance with established care plans. The role includes obtaining and documenting vital signs, reporting changes in patient status, and helping maintain a safe, clean, and organized care environment. The Patient Care Technician also assists with basic clinical tasks, supports patient transport, ensures proper use of equipment, and communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to promote a positive care experience. Qualifications Candidates should possess strong patient care skills, including Direct Patient Care and Patient Care support in clinical or hospital settings. Candidates should possess skills in basic clinical procedures, including Medical Assisting and foundational knowledge of Medicine. Candidates should possess competence in measuring and documenting Vital Signs and recognizing when to elevate clinical concerns. Candidates should possess effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to follow instructions and collaborate with nurses and other healthcare professionals. High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, or Medical Assisting program preferred. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain within required timeframe; prior hospital or clinical experience is beneficial. Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, positioning, and transporting patients, while following safety and infection control protocols. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baylor Scott & White Health