
This entry-level Patient Care Technician role supports the Correctional Managed Care team within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and Texas Juvenile Justice Department. The position involves providing essential technical assistance and direct patient care in a secure correctional environment. Key responsibilities include collecting and documenting vital signs, performing point-of-care testing, assisting with personal hygiene and feeding, and ensuring patient safety and infection control. The role appeals to candidates seeking to serve underserved populations while developing clinical skills in a structured healthcare setting. Candidates must hold a high school diploma plus certification in nursing, medical assisting, or EMT, along with current BLS-HP certification. The position requires security clearance and is located on-site within a prison or detention facility.




















