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Patient Care Technician – Nursing ResourcePool

MD Anderson Cancer Center, Granite Heights, WI, United States


The Patient Care Technician position in the Nursing Resource Pool (NRP — Float Pool) at MD Anderson Cancer Center provides patient care services as assigned by a registered nurse and directly impacts patient comfort and outcome of care.

Ideal candidate must have a high school diploma with an active Texas CNA license, and minimum of two years of recent experience in an acute care/inpatient setting as a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician.

NRP is currently hiring for

dayshift (0645-1915) x 3-12/hour shifts

and

nightshift (1845-0715) x3-12/hour shifts

with mandatory every-other weekend and rotating holidays.

The Nursing Resource Pool (NRP) serves as the institution’s full-time float pool, providing highly trained Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to support the operational needs of the organization.

NRP nursing assistants help maintain appropriate staffing levels across units, especially when unit-based staff are on vacation, out due to illness, or when census and acuity require additional support.

NRP plays a key role in supporting the Division of Nursing and Inpatient Operations by reducing reliance on outside agency staffing.

Team members float to all 20 inpatient units, including Surgical, Medical, Hematology, and various Specialty Cohorts.

This is a fast‑paced role that requires strong time‑management skills, adaptability, and the ability to deliver safe, proficient patient care, even when floated multiple times during an 8‑ or 12‑hour shift.

Applicants should demonstrate strong clinical skills, interpersonal strengths, effective time‑management, clear communication, and solid teamwork abilities to successfully thrive within the float pool environment.

Hourly breakdown of salary range:

Minimum $18.27 — Midpoint $22.84 — Maximum $27.40

MD Anderson offers our employees :

Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week

Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage

Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals

Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs

Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service

Teachers Retirement System defined‑benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans

Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness‑related reduced salary pay program

Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts

Fertility benefits

State of Texas longevity pay

Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care and support under the supervision of nursing staff

Assist with activities of daily living, mobility, hygiene, and comfort measures

Perform 1:1 observation for patients who are agitated, confused, combative, or on suicidal precautions

Monitor and report changes in patient behavior or condition

Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for all patients

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care

Document care activities accurately and promptly

Float to different inpatient units every shift, even multiple times in a 8‑ or 12‑hour shift

Education

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Work Experience

Required: None

Licenses and Certifications

Preferred: CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant Upon Hire

Other Requirements: Must pass pre‑employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 180255

Employment Status: Full‑Time

Employee Status: Regular

Work Week: Day/Evening, Evening/Night, Rotating, Weekends

Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 38,000

Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 47,500

Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 57,000

FLSA: non‑exempt and eligible for overtime pay

Fund Type: Hard

Work Location: Onsite

Pivotal Position: Yes

Referral Bonus Available?: Yes

Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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