Patient Care Technician
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) II performs direct patient-care activities for assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. The role involves recognizing and responding to abnormal findings, escalating changes in a patient’s condition to the nurse, and supporting activities of daily living. The PCT helps with elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, mobility, and patient progress, while practicing patient- and family-centered care. This position is in the Acute Transplant unit at Texas Medical Center and typically reports to the Unit Manager. The listed schedule is full-time nights, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Requirements
- One year of prior patient-care experience in a similar role, such as Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician.
- Proficiency in all Core Competencies of the PCT I and II positions, validated by Memorial Hermann Clinical Education no later than the end of orientation.
- Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association within 90 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Prior patient-care experience in an acute-care setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care for assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Measure vital signs, including pre- and post-treatment readings as applicable, and visually monitor patient condition.
- Support hygiene, toileting, mobility, nutrition, bathing, comfort, safety, and other activities of daily living as needed.
- Document information accurately and in a timely manner, and report unusual changes or findings to the nurse.
- Help maintain a safe and clean working environment and follow safety practices, rules, programs, policies, and procedures.
- Obtain and prepare laboratory specimens as prescribed and within the scope of the role.
- Help orient new employees as appropriate.
- Provide safe care to patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to organizational policies and standards, including budgetary specifications, time management, supply management, productivity, and service quality.
- Meet mandatory and continuing education requirements and maintain skills competency; support department goals.
- Model Memorial Hermann service standards and provide safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences for patients and the workforce.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
