Patient Care Technician Mental Health

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a dedicated Patient Care role in Austin, TX, at the Dell Children’s Medical Center. You will support patient movement, assisting with daily living activities, and document changes for nursing staff.

The position requires BLS and various patient care credentials within set timeframes. The role emphasizes maintaining clean patient spaces, supporting equipment upkeep, and collaborating with the Mental Health department to ensure safe, compassionate care for pediatric patients.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date or job transfer date; AHA or Red Cross accepted.
• NCCT patient care credential within 6 months of hire date or job transfer date.
• NHA patient care credential within 6 months of hire date or job transfer date.
• Nutrition Support credential within 6 months of hire date; Infant Feeding Technician Certificate.
• High School equivalency or 1 year of related experience as noted.

Responsibilities

• Aids with movement and placement of patients.
• Assists patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Reports findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff and documents records.
• Keeps patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintains medical equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Mobility assistance

Documentation

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

• Facility: Dell Children\'s Medical Center
• Department: Mental Health
• Schedule: Full Time, Weekend Options

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Austin, TX
• Facility: Dell Children\'s Medical Center
• Department: Mental Health
• Schedule: Full Time, Weekend Options

How you\’ll make an impact in this role

• Aids with movement and placement of patients.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Reports findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Documents necessary records.
• Keeps patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintains medical equipment.

What Minimum Requirements You\’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • One or more of the following:
    • Patient Care credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
    • Patient Care credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
    • Patient Care specializing in Nutrition Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Infant Feeding Technician Certificate

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you\'ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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