Patient Care Technician - PRN - Nights - Oncology

Methodist Health System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Dallas is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist with patient care in a fast-paced environment. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide excellent care, ensuring patient safety, and supporting nursing staff. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a certified Patient Care Technician, Nursing Assistant, or Medical Assistant Program.
• Or 1 year experience as a nursing assistant in a healthcare facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care under the direction of professional staff.
• Communicate clearly and openly.
• Improve the patient experience.

Skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Good relationships with staff, patients, and families

Proactive problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hours of Work :

4

Days Of Week :

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 very 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 healthcare facility
• Or nursing student who has completed the first semester of nursing program
• Or documented military experience as a medic/corpsman
• Or foreign nursing graduate not licensed as a Registered Nurse

Additional certifications:

• EMT Certification/Paramedic License
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support card

High school diploma or GED required.

Your Job Responsibilities:

• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote collaboration
• Be accountable for your performance
• Improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for professional growth
• Be engaged and 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, units, and staff. Supports Methodist Health System's mission, vision, values, and strategic goals.

Age-specific care considerations include adults (18+ to 65+ years) and children (12+ to 18 years).

Related Work Experience and Skills:

• Flexibility and adaptability
• Good relationships with staff, patients, and families
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Accountability and compliance with dress code
• Self-starter, independent, organized
• Knowledge of medical terms and medications
• Understanding of safety and infection control guidelines
• Proactive problem-solving skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Activities include sitting, standing, walking, talking, bending, lifting up to 25 lbs., pushing/pulling over 100 lbs., reaching, and using hands frequently. Exposure to various hazardous conditions and indoor work environment.

Job Roles:

• Perform additional functions if trained, such as lab specimen collection and communication of results
• Maintain a clean environment and proper equipment and supplies
• Assist with patient activities like bathing, mobility, feeding, and transfers
• Respond to emergencies, initiate CPR, and report patient risks
• Other duties as assigned