<span>Patient Care Tech</span>

About the position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Centerpoint Medical Center is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care by performing various delegated basic patient care services. This role involves assisting nursing staff in providing care, maintaining a safe environment, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies. The PCT plays a crucial role in enhancing the patient experience through effective communication and evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the implementation of nursing care plans by performing direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the licensed nurse.
• Obtains and records initial and ongoing patient information throughout the cycle of care, including vital signs and other patient data.
• Assists with patient mobility, including turning, positioning, and ambulating patients.
• Transfers patients to and from other units, departments, or entities and assists with discharges.
• Demonstrates proper body mechanics during patient handling.
• Assists in the collection of specimens for diagnostic tests and ensures timely transfer of specimens.
• Helps patients with activities of daily living such as eating, bathing, and grooming.
• Changes bed linens as needed and maintains a clean patient care environment.
• Serves as Monitor/Telemetry Tech for the unit as needed.
• Engages in evidence-based best practices to enhance the patient experience.

Requirements

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Patient Care Tech Training or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date.
• No prior experience required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage with low copays and free telemedicine services.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits and adoption assistance.
• Education assistance including tuition and student loan support.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, and long- and short-term disability coverage.
• Free counseling services for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.