Patient Care Technician PCT - Military veterans preferred

• Location:  Baylor Heart and Vascular Hospital - Dallas, TX
• Schedule: Full-time 3 12 hour shifts and rotating weekends

Experience Preferences

• One of the following: CNA certification, PCT Training Program, or EMT Training
• 2 years healthcare experience in a fast paced inpatient environment
• Phlebotomy and reading EKGs

Job Overview

The Patient Care Technician 2 under general direction of Nursing Staff, performs duties requiring knowledge of basic patient care values and knowledge of medical terminology. Performs direct technical care, helps with personal hygiene, and dietary needs. Duties may vary by assigned area or shift. May handle medications by responsibilities.

Why become a PCT?

• Help people – It is a rewarding job that can make a positive impact to people’s lives daily.
• Training – You will be provided ongoing training from day one to help you be successful.
• Variety – Each day is different. You will get a chance to care for different patients with various illness and treatment plans where you will get to use different skills.
• Opportunity – Being a PCT can be your steppingstone to other careers at Baylor Scott and White such as Monitor Techs or ED Techs and is a great experience for those looking to become Registered Nurses.

What can you expect to do as a PCT II?

• Comply with Baylor Scott and White policies and procedures.
• Performs direct technical care
• Helps with personal hygiene, and dietary needs.
• Duties may vary by assigned area or shift. May handle medications by responsibilities.

What will make you successful as a PCT II?

• Compassion –This is both a physically and excitedly fast-paced job. Compassion for patients is one of the biggest factors in becoming successful.
• Communication –Clear communication with patients and staff, both verbally and in writing.
• Positive attitude –You will see people in some of their worst moments. Having a positive attitude can help brighten the lives of those you care for.
• Teamwork –The ability to work with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses and physicians, is the key to provide better patient care.

Baylor Scott and White Health’s Core Values

• We serve faithfullyby doing what’s right with a joyful heart.
• We never settleby constantly striving for better.
• We are in it togetherby supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impactby courageously taking initiative and delivering exceptional experiences.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.