Patient Care Technician - Surgical Urology & Orthopedics

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits with zero premium

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Health Savings Account

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the P9 Surgical Urology unit. The role involves direct patient care as assigned by a registered nurse, contributing to patient comfort and outcomes.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and CNA certification preferred, with at least one year of acute care hospital experience preferred. Shift mix includes two 12s and two 8s, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• One year experience in an acute care hospital setting as a Nursing Assistant is preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment skills test as required.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care services as assigned by a registered nurse.
• Impacts patient comfort and outcome of care.
• Acts as member of a multidisciplinary team to address patient care needs.
• Assists in activities of daily living, mobilization, admit/discharge and obtaining vital signs.
• Updates and retrieves patient information.
• Maintains a clean, safe patient environment.
• Acts as part of an assigned care team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Patient Care Technician on the P9 Surgical Urology unit at MD Anderson Cancer Center provides patient care services as assigned by a registered nurse and directly impacts patient comfort and outcome of care.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a CNA certification and hands-on patient care experience. The candidate must be available to work a combination of two 12 and two 8-hour shifts, Monday-Friday, with rotating weekends and holidays. Evening/Night shift, (7:00pm - 7:00am, 11:00pm- 7:00am, 3:00pm - 11:00pm).

The Surgical Urology/Orthopedic unit is a 32-bed unit for an adult patient population. This fast-paced environment has rapid turnover for surgical procedures, which include postoperative prostatectomy, cystectomy, penectomy, nephrectomy, and orthopedic surgeries. Unique postoperative care of hemipelvectomy, flap monitoring, and testicular cancer surgeries are also managed on this unit. The team uses an interdisciplinary collaborative approach to patient care. Integrated in our nursing practice are tools used to maximize the skills of team members to achieve optimal outcomes and improved healthcare quality.

Hourly breakdown of salary range:

Minimum $18.27 - Midpoint $22.84 - Maximum $27.40

MD Anderson offers our employees:

• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
• Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
• Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts
• Fertility benefits
• State of Texas longevity pay
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked the nation's top hospital for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report’s "Best Hospitals." MD Anderson's mission is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation and the world through exceptional programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention. Our mission also includes education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provides patient care services as assigned by a registered nurse.
• Impacts patient comfort and outcome of care.
• Acts as member of a multidisciplinary team that identifies and addresses patient care needs.
• Assists in completion of activities of daily living, mobilization, admit/discharge and obtaining vital signs.
• Updates and retrieves patient information.
• Ensures patient environment is maintained in a clean, safe and orderly manner.
• Acts as part of an assigned care team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Required

High school diploma or equivalent.

Education Preferred

None.

Experience Required

None

Experience Preferred

One year experience in an acute care hospital setting as a Nursing Assistant.

Licensure/Certification Required

None.

Licensure/Certification Preferred

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Other Required

Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

Refer to the Position Description for specific ADA requirements, and working conditions.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Evening/Night, Rotating, Weekends
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 38,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 47,500
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 57,000
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes