Patient Care Tech HUC Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to join their team. This role involves supporting nursing staff by collecting vital patient data, assisting with daily activities, and maintaining organized records. With a focus on compassionate care, you'll contribute to a positive patient experience in a dynamic healthcare environment. This position offers the opportunity to grow within a leading healthcare system that values community well-being and employee development. If you're eager to make a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits

Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

Debt-free tuition assistance

Immediate access to time off benefits

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a high school diploma or GED.
• Less than 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Collects and records patient data under nurse supervision.
• Assists patients with daily activities and maintains records.
• Prepares reports and manages communication within the unit.

Skills

Good communication skills

Confidentiality maintenance

Patient care assistance

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent

Tools

Computer programs for reports

Job description

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Location/Facility Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth

Specialty/Department/Practice Telemetry

Shift/Schedule Full time days, three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating weekends

Baylor Scott and White Health’s Core Values

• We serve faithfully by doing what’s right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

We make an impact by courageously taking initiative and delivering exceptional experiences

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
• Immediate access to time off benefits

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician - Health Unit Coordinator handles clerical and patient care tasks under a licensed nurse's supervision.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Collects and records patient data, reporting information to nursing team members promptly. Obtains and records patient vital signs, height, weight, nutritional intake, and output. Performs blood glucose monitoring using finger-stick blood samples, test strips, and portable meters. Performs routine urinary catheter care. Collects and transports specimens, including urine, stool, and sputum, as requested.
• Helps patients with daily activities like hygiene, dressing, eating, and moving. Changes linen as needed. Answers patient call lights and requests quickly. May be assigned as a sitter for patients needing constant observation.
• Completes and maintains unit and patient records, files, forms, and documents. This includes admissions, surgeries, transfers, discharges, medical records, and physician call lists. Maintains a clean and organized work area for records, files, forms, and reference documents. Checks, updates, and maintains facility boards, pneumatic tube systems, and telemetry box reconciliation. Follows departmental policy, procedures, and guidelines.
• Prepares reports, purchase orders, projects, memos and letters using computer programs.
• Greets visitors and helps them as needed. Answers telephones and contacts the nursing team and medical staff using pagers, beepers, and cell phones. Tracks call light response time for the unit. Assigns phone and location devices to appropriate staff.
• Perform work area help duties as directed by the nurse or physician. Runs errands, picks up supplies and transports patients.
• Maintains inventory, requisitions and stocks work area supplies and equipment.
• May help with non-medical patient care duties, such as making coffee, transporting patients, and distributing ice, water and blankets.
• Clean patient bedside units and nursing areas not covered by general housekeeping. Clean equipment properly and distribute based on patient needs.
• Attends in-services, unit meetings and conferences.

Key Success Factors

• Good communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality about patients.
• Must relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and employees at all levels.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries
• Hospitals and Health Care