Patient Care Tech

Patient Care Tech (PCT) Sitter (Full-Time/Days)

      Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

Work location: Texas Health Dallas 8200 Walnut Hill Ln., Dallas, TX 75231

Work hours: Full Time Days (7A-7P) Three 12-hour day shifts per week for 36 hours/week; every other weekend and holiday requirements

Sitter Department Highlights:

• Self-scheduling that helps with work/life balance as well as opportunities for educational and career growth.
• 50%25 PCT,50%25 Sitter work.
• Fast-Paced, high-volume department.

Here's What You Need

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required
• 1 year of PCT experience in an acute setting 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
• 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

Patient Care Techs (PCT) are responsible for providing an excellent patient healthcare experience at each Texas Health site.  Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as feed, bathe, dress, groom, or move patients, or change linens. May