Patient Care Technician- PRN- Days- Med/Surg

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center

Richardson (TX)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 39,000

Part time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist with patient care under supervision. You will support nursing staff, aid with daily living activities, and help maintain a safe, compassionate environment for patients and families.

Responsibilities include clear communication, delivering patient care with empathy, and prioritizing patient safety while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

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 documents completion of the first semester of the nursing program.
Or documented military experience as a medic/corpsman.
Or foreign nursing graduate not currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the [country].
Or EMT Certification/Paramedic License Experience.
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support card required.
High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

Communicate clearly and openly.
Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment.
Be accountable for your performance.
Always look for ways to improve the patient experience.
Take initiative for your professional growth.
Be engaged and eager to build a winning team.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Patient Care Technician program

Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant program

Nursing student – first semester

EMT Certification/Paramedic License

Foreign nursing graduate not currently licensed

American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Hours of Work :
7a - 7p
Days Of Week :
varies
Work Shift :
PRN (United States of America)
Job Description :

Your Job:

In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for our patients. The Patient Care Technician professional assists with patient care to provide support services to 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 documents completion of the first semester of the nursing program
Or documented military experience as a medic/corpsman
Or foreign nursing graduate not currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the
Or EMT Certification/Paramedic License Experience
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support card required
High school diploma or GED required

Your Job Responsibilities:

Communicate clearly and openly
Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
Be accountable for your performance
Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
Take initiative for your professional growth
Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

Additional Job Description:

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

Job Purpose:

Under the Direction of the professional staff, assists with patient care to provide support
services to the patient, nursing unit, and professional staff.
Supports the mission, vision, values and strategic goals of Methodist Health System.

Age Specific Care Considerations

Adults: 18+ years - 35 years
Adults: 35+ years - 65 years
Adults: 65+ years
Children D: 12+ years - 18 years

Related Work Experience and Other Skills:

Ability to remain flexible and adaptable to change.
Able to develop and maintain good working relationships with all levels of staff, patients and family members

Able to follow oral and written instructions
Demonstrates accountability for own actions.
Demonstrates compliance with hospital dress code.

Demonstrates initiative, is a self-starter. Is able to work independently, prioritizing and organizing workload effectively to complete tasks within the time frames delegated.
Demonstrates knowledge of medical terms and names of medications.
Demonstrates understanding of MHD guidelines and reference, Infection Control guidelines, and MHS safety guidelines.
Proactive not reactive, analyzes problems accurately, develops recommendations and takes appropriate actions to solve problems.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

General Activity: Sit: 1/3 to 2/3 of time
General Activity: Standing Stationary: 1/3 to 2/3 of time
General Activity: Talk: Up to 1/3 of time
General Activity: Walking: 1/3 to 2/3 of time
Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Allergic Irritants
Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Category I
Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Infectious Diseases
Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Respiratory Irritants
Hazardous Conditions: Exposure to Skin Irritants
Hazardous Conditions: Use of Electrical Equipment
Hazardous Conditions: Use of Sharp Utensils
Motion: Bend: Up to 1/3 of time
Motion: Carry: Up to 25 lbs.: Up to 1/3 of time
Motion: Climb: Up to 1/3 of time
Motion: Lift: Up to 25 lbs.: Up to 1/3 of time
Motion: Push/Pull: Up to 100+ lbs.: Up to 1/3 of time
Motion: Reach: Up to 1/3 of time
Sensory Demands: Hearing Normal Noise Level
Sensory Demands: Hearing Occasional Loud Noise
Sensory Demands: Vision Essential
Use of hands to finger, handle or feel: 2/3 or more of time
Work Environment: Works Indoors

Job Roles:

Maintains clean work environment, adequate equipment and supplies: Equipment is
kept in good working condition; related supplies are kept clean, and are at desired par
levels.
Performs patient care activities delegated and supervised by the professional staff:
Activities of daily living such as baths, oral hygiene, and oral feedings performed to
satisfaction of patient and professional staff; Patient mobility performed (i.e. turning,
lifting, moving) utilizing appropriate safety measures to prevent patient and self-injury;
Patient meals and nourishments are offered, administered, and recorded in a timely
manner; Assists Nursing staff with admission, discharge, transfer, and transport of
patients.
Respond effectively in emergencies and assists in prevention of patient injury: Initiates
CPR when appropriate; Utilizes side rails and restraints to prevent patient injury;
Reports to professional staff patients at increased risk for injury.
Other duties as assigned

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval ® for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center – Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned: