Patient Care Tech (PCT) Surgery (Fulltime/Days)

Here’s What You Need

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Previous OR experience preferred
• 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
• Nursing student who has completed fundamentals or foreign nurse degree program Upon Hire Required Or 
• 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
• 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

CARE OF PATIENT/TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Provides assistance to patient according to plan of care.
• Collects patient data, identifies and reports significant findings to nurse.
• Assists in admission/transfer/discharge.
• Provides and Revises patient activities of daily living based on patient/family preferences.
• Performs technical procedures safely and proficiently.
• Takes action to reduce or eliminate patient risk.
• Enters orders into computer or manual system if applicable.
• Documents accurately and appropriately.
• In collaboration/consultation with the nurse, adapts care to reflect patient population.
• In collaboration/consultation with nurse, incorporates cultural/religious needs and beliefs into delivery of care.
• Keeps patient environment clean and maintains safe environment.
• Anticipates patient/family and visitor needs and takes action to meet those needs and rounds as appropriate

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Patient Care Tech

• 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. 

Entity highlights:

At Texas Health Center for Diagnostics & Surgery, we’ve proudly served residents of Collin, Dallas, and Denton counties with advanced surgical and diagnostic care. As an 18-bed physician-owned hospital, we offer a more personalized experience—delivering high-quality care in a setting designed with comfort and healing in mind.  

Our award-winning facility provides a wide range of services, including robotic surgery, spine surgery, joint replacement, orthopedic surgery, gynecological and urological surgery, ENT procedures, spinal injections, outpatient GI procedures, and advanced imaging. We’re known for our boutique hotel atmosphere, with convenient parking and chef-prepared room service meals that support a more relaxing recovery.  

Accredited by The Joint Commission, the Texas Health Center for Diagnostics & Surgery is committed to patient-centered care that blends clinical excellence with comfort. Our team works closely with patients and their families to ensure a compassionate, collaborative approach to healing. 

If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together!

Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org  

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