Patient Care Technician

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Patient Care Technician I to perform basic patient care activities under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This role includes assisting with ADLs, monitoring patient condition, and ensuring safety and cleanliness on the unit.

No prior experience is required as Memorial Hermann provides training on PCT Core Competencies. Certified in Basic Life Support within 90 days of employment is required to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifikationen

• No experience required; training provided.
• BLS certification within 90 days of employment.
• Strong communication and compassionate care.

Aufgaben

• Provide direct patient care under licensed nurse.
• Monitor vitals and report changes promptly.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Document information timely and accurately.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Collaborate with unit-based teams.
• Support safe, compassionate, personalized care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Vital signs

ADL support

Documentation

Safety awareness

Patient care

Jobbeschreibung

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) I performs basic patient care activities, including but not limited to identifying and responding to abnormal findings, appropriately escalating to the nurse any changes related to the patient’s condition, and activities of daily living (ADL’s). The PCT I provides assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity and practices patient and family centered care. This role typically reports to the Unit Manager.

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

(None)

Licenses/Certifications

Certified in Basic Life Support issued by (AHA) American Heart Association within 90 days of employment.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

No experience required. All necessary training on PCT Core Competencies will be provided by Memorial Hermann.

Principal Accountabilities

• Provides direct patient care for assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Direct patient care duties include but are not limited to vital signs (pre and post treatment, as applicable), visual monitoring of a patient’s condition, hygiene support, toileting support, mobility support, nutrition support, bathing support, charting, and other activities of daily living as needed.
• Responsible for timely and accurate documentation of information. Should appropriately report any unusual changes or findings to the nurse.
• Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
• Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes; follows safety rules; works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors; participates in organizational departments’ safety programs; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies and procedures.
• Develops knowledge of provision of patient care, hospitalprocesses, and integrating into unit-based teams.
• Integrates into unit-based team and participates in professional governance opportunities as appropriate.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards of providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and our workforce.
• Other duties as assigned.