Patient Care Technician

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) II for the Telemetry unit at the Texas Medical Center in Houston, TX. The role involves direct patient care, monitoring patients, and assisting with daily living activities under nurse supervision.

Shift: 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM with rotation on weekends and holidays. Prior hospital experience preferred; BLS certification required within 90 days of employment, reporting to Unit Manager.

Qualifications

• One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Perform vital signs and monitor patient condition pre/post treatments.
• Assist with activities of daily living and comfort measures.
• Document accurately and report changes to the nurse promptly.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient working environment.
• Assist in specimen collection when prescribed within scope.
• Support orientation of new staff and contribute to team goals.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Team communication

Education

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

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) II performs patient care activities, including but not limited to identifying and responding to abnormal findings, appropriately escalating changes in the patient’s condition to the nurse, and activities of daily living (ADL’s). The PCT II 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.

Shift: 6:45 AM- 7:15PM (rotation weekends & holidays)

Unit: Telemetry

Location: Texas Medical Center

1 year of hospital setting, med Surg or critical care experience preferred

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:

• One (1) year of prior patient care experience (e.g. Certified Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician) or similar role required, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Proficiency in all Core Competencies of the PCT I and II position as noted in Memorial Hermann’s PCT Competency Based Tool and as validated by Memorial Hermann Clinical Education no later than the end of orientation.

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.
• Obtains and prepares laboratory specimens as prescribed within the scope of the role.
• Helps orient new employees 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