Patient Care Technician - Fulltime-Med Surg/Tele

Methodist Health System; Celina (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to join their dynamic team. In this vital role, you will assist with patient care, ensuring a supportive environment for both patients and staff. Your responsibilities will include helping with daily activities, maintaining safety standards, and fostering strong relationships with patients and colleagues. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the well-being of the community while growing professionally in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. If you are passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a certified Patient Care Technician program or equivalent experience.
• Must have American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities such as bathing and mobility.
• Communicate clearly and promote collaboration among team members.

Skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Ability to develop good relationships

Knowledge of medical terms and medications

Proactive problem-solving skills

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

EMT Certification/Paramedic License

Graduate from a certified Patient Care Technician program

Nursing student (first semester completed)

Military experience as a medic/corpsman

Job description

Hours of Work : 36

Days Of Week : 3 shifts per week, including weekends and holidays

Work Shift :

Job Description :

Your Job:

In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the best care for our patients. The Patient Care Technician assists with patient care to support the patient, nursing unit, and professional staff.

Your Job Requirements:

• Graduate from a certified Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, or Medical Assistant Program
• Or 1 year experience as a nursing assistant in a comparable healthcare facility
• Or nursing student who has completed the first semester of the nursing program
• Or documented military experience as a medic/corpsman
• Or foreign nursing graduate not currently licensed as a Registered Nurse
• EMT Certification/Paramedic License
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support card
• High school diploma or GED

Your Job Responsibilities:

• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote collaboration
• Be accountable for your performance
• Seek ways to improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a team

Additional Job Description:

Category B: Employee with patient care impact. FLSA: Non-exempt

Job Purpose:

Assist with patient care under the direction of professional staff, supporting services to patients and staff, and aligning with Methodist Health System’s mission and values.

Age Specific Care Considerations:

• Adults: 18+ years
• Adults: 35+ years
• Adults: 65+ years
• Children: 12+ to 18+ years

Related Work Experience and Skills:

• Flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to develop good relationships with staff, patients, and families
• Ability to follow instructions
• Accountability and compliance with dress code
• Initiative and independence
• Knowledge of medical terms and medications
• Understanding of safety and infection control guidelines
• Proactive problem-solving skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Includes sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and exposure to various hazards, with specific physical activity details outlined.

Job Roles:

• Perform additional functions like lab specimen collection, communicating test results, and maintaining safety standards
• Maintain a clean environment and proper equipment and supplies
• Assist with patient care activities such as bathing, mobility, meals, and transfers
• Respond to emergencies, initiate CPR, and report patient risks
• Other duties as assigned

Methodist Celina Medical Center will serve as a full-service hospital with various specialties and features, aiming to reflect the community's diversity and support growth in Celina, TX.