Description:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Other – CLIAFE - Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required
- TX CNA or PCT Training Program through NHA, NAHP and NCCT, accredited community college program or a THR approved program required upon hire. Not required to maintain certification when applicable after hire or
- EMT – Emergency Medical Technician - Military experience with medic/medical training equivalent (Equivalent to EMT-B) required upon hire or
- Nursing student who has completed fundamentals or foreign nurse degree program required upon hire or
- 1 year of applicable experience in lieu of an active and approved certification required upon hire and
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required prior to providing independent patient care and must be maintained quarterly.
- 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 retain formally retain their EMT status may continue in role if they have consistently demonstrated skills in their PCT position.
- CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training within 60 Days upon hire required
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 transfer or transport patients. Includes nursing care attendants, nursing aides, and nursing attendants.