Patient Care Tech - Days

About the role

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) II performs patient care activities, including identifying and responding to abnormal findings, appropriately escalating changes in the patient’s condition to the nurse, and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs). The PCT II provides assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity and practices patient‑ and family‑centered care. This role typically reports to the Unit Manager.

Minimum qualifications

• Education: None required.
• Licenses/Certifications: Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association within 90 days of employment.
• Experience: At least one (1) year of prior patient care experience (e.g., Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician) preferably in an acute care setting.
• Proficiency in all Core Competencies of the PCT I and II position as noted in Memorial Hermann’s PCT Competency‑Based Tool and validated by Memorial Hermann Clinical Education by the end of orientation.
• Preferred: 1–3 years acute‑care experience; BLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care for assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Performs vital signs (pre‑ and post‑treatment as applicable), visual monitoring of patient condition, hygiene support, toileting support, mobility support, nutrition support, bathing support, charting, and other activities of daily living as needed.
• Documents information timely and accurately; reports any unusual changes or findings to the nurse.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment; follows safety rules and participates in departmental safety programs.
• Obtains and prepares laboratory specimens as prescribed within the scope of the role.
• Assists in orienting new employees as appropriate.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and budgetary specifications (including time management, supply management, productivity, and quality of service).
• Promotes individual professional growth by meeting mandatory/continuing education and competency requirements; supports department‑based goals.
• Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences to patients and the workforce.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Schedule

Full‑time Days shift: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm.

Location

The Woodlands Hospital.