Patient Care Technician - Progressive Care Unit- Fulltime Nights
- No experience required
- Magnet hospital
- Nights
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open patient care technician jobs in Texas post a median of $20.42 an hour, the middle half $19.84–$22.44, across 27 jobs that state their pay. Patient care technicians employed in Texas earn a median of $18.03 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Workplace injuries
Methodist Dallas Medical Center in Dallas reported 205 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 4,421,355 hours worked: 9.3 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. With its hours, the best estimate leaning on similar sites is 9.2 per 100 full-time workers. 22 of them describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
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About the job
Hours of Work
7pm-7am
Days Of Week
Work Shift
12X3 Night (United States of America)
Job Description
Age Specific Care Considerations
Adults: 18+ years - 35 years
Adults: 35+ years - 65 years
Adults: 65+ years
Children D: 12+ years - 18 years
Education
Graduate from a certified nursing assistant program or certified medical assistant program Or 1 year experience as a nursing assistant in a comparable healthcare facility; Or Nursing student who documents completion of the first semester of the Nursing Program; Or documented military experience as a medic/corpsman; Or foreign Nursing graduate not currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the U.S.
High school Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Licenses and/or Certifications (Required and Preferred)
Certification of successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program preferred
Healthcare Provider CPR certification required
Related Work Experience and Other Skills
Ability to remain flexible and adaptable to change.
Able to develop and maintain good working relationships with all levels of staff, patients and family members
Able to follow oral and written instructions
Demonstrates accountability for own actions.
Demonstrates compliance with hospital dress code.
Demonstrates initiative, is a self starter. Is able to work independently, prioritizing and organizing workload effectively to complete tasks within the time frames delegated.
Demonstrates knowledge of medical terms and names of medications.
Demonstrates understanding of MHD guidelines and reference, Infection Control guidelines, and MHS safety guidelines.
Proactive not reactive, analyzes problems accurately, develops recommendations and takes appropriate actions to solve problems.
Work Experience: No work experience required if currently certified as a nursing or medical assistant
Physical Demands and Work Environment
General Activity: Sit: 1/3 to 2/3 of time
General Activity: Standing Stationary: 1/3 to 2/3 of time
General Activity: Talk: Up to 1/3 of time
General Activity: Walking: 1/3 to 2/3 of time
Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Allergic Irritants
Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Category I
Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Infectious Diseases
Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Respiratory Irritants
Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Skin Irritants
Hazardous Conditions: Use of Electrical Equipment
Hazardous Conditions: Use of Sharp Utensils
Motion: Bend: Up to 1/3 of time
Motion: Carry: Up to 25 lbs.: Up to 1/3 of time
Motion: Climb: Up to 1/3 of time
Motion: Lift: Up to 25 lbs.: Up to 1/3 of time
Motion: Push/Pull: Up to 100+ lbs.: Up to 1/3 of time
Motion: Reach: Up to 1/3 of time
Sensory Demands: Hearing Normal Noise Level
Sensory Demands: Hearing Occasional Loud Noise
Sensory Demands: Vision Essential
Use of hands to finger, handle or feel: 2/3 or more of time
Work Environment: Works Indoors
Job Roles
PATIENT CARE INTERN
If specially trained to do, performs additional functions for patients, specifically delineated for assigned unit: Lab specimens collected; appropriately labeled, and delivered to lab in a timely manner, utilizing appropriate safety measures to prevent patient and staff injury; Communicates results of selected tests to professional staff in a timely manner; Conforms to safety standards dictated by regulatory agencies i.e. safety manuals, MSD sheets, OSHA issues. -
Maintains clean work environment, adequate equipment and supplies: Equipment is kept in good working condition; Related supplies are kept clean, and are at desired par levels. -
Performs patient care activities delegated and supervised by the professional staff: Activities of daily living such as baths, oral hygiene, and oral feedings performed to satisfaction of patient and professional staff; Patient mobility performed (i.e. turning, lifting, moving) utilizing appropriate safety measures to prevent patient and self injury; Patient meals and nourishments are offered, administered, and recorded in a timely manner; Assists Nursing staff with admission, discharge, transfer, and transport of patients. -
Respond effectively in emergencies and assists in prevention of patient injury: Initiates CPR when appropriate; Utilizes side rails and restraints to prevent patient injury; Reports to professional staff patients at increased risk for injury. -
zOther duties as assigned
Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas’ best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:
- Magnet®-designated hospital
- 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023
- Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
- Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
- Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs
From Methodist Health System (Dallas)'s job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Methodist Health System (Dallas)
Faith-based health system based in Dallas, with 13 (source: Methodist Health System, About Methodist Health System) hospitals through ownership and affiliation and more than 2,500 (source: Methodist Health System, About Methodist Health System) physicians on its medical staff, serving North Texas. Source: Methodist Health System, About Methodist Health System
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