Lead Patient Care Technician II

The University of Texas Medical Branch; League City (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in League City, TX is seeking a caregiver to provide technical assistance and supportive patient care across assigned units. The role requires direct patient interaction, data collection, vital signs, and assisting with procedures under the supervision of the charge nurse.

A background in Nurse Assistant, Medical Corpsman, EMT, or nursing school with clinical concepts is required, plus BLS certification.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• Completion of Nurse Assistant program, Medical Corpsman program or EMT program, or enrollment in School of Nursing with first semester clinical concepts.
• High school or equivalent with one year of hospital experience required.

Responsibilities

• Collect, report and document data including vital signs, intake/output and samples.
• Obtain blood samples by venipuncture and perform POCT when needed.
• Assist with patient hygiene, feeding, mobility and personal care per plan of care.
• Support admission, transfer and discharge processes and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Vital signs

Venipuncture

POCT

Documentation

Infection control

Team mentoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurse Assistant program

Medical Corpsman program

EMT program

School of Nursing (first semester with clinical concepts)

BLS certification

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch in League City, TX is seeking a caregiver to provide technical assistance and supportive patient care across assigned units. The role requires direct patient interaction, data collection, vital signs, and assisting with procedures under the supervision of the charge nurse.

A background in Nurse Assistant, Medical Corpsman, EMT, or nursing school with clinical concepts is required, plus BLS certification.