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Patient Care Tech | Post Surgical Unit | PRN Days
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What they do
A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$44,108 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
The Patient Care Tech (PCT) provides direct patient care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. High School Graduate or equivalent One year experience preferred Previous experience in Unit Clerk or Secretary preferred CNA Certification, current enrollment in RN nursing program, or equivalent (EMT/Paramedic certification) required BLS required Computer skills with Word, Excel