Patient Care Technician – Vital Signs & Basic Lab

UTMB Health; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX is seeking a dedicated nurse aide/medical assistant to provide essential patient care and technical support across units. The role includes routine nursing tasks, specimen collection, venipuncture, EKGs, and aiding patients with daily activities as part of the care plan.

Qualified candidates will have completed an approved program or have direct patient care experience and hold BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Must have completed one of the listed patient-care programs or have direct patient care experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire.
• Ability to provide basic technical assistance and supportive patient care per unit needs.

Responsibilities

• Collect, report, and document data: vital signs, height/weight, intake/output.
• Obtain blood samples by venipuncture.
• Perform 12-lead EKG and POCT as assigned.
• Assist with patient activities and plan-of-care execution.
• Provide for personal hygiene and routine care, including wound care and comfort measures.
• Assist with feeding, mobility, safety, and monitoring for changes.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of patient information.
• Keep care areas clean and stocked; follow infection control procedures.

Education

Nurse Assistant program

Medical Assistant program

Medical Corpsman program

EMT program

UTMB Hospital Aide Training Program

Two years of direct patient care experience

Certified MA

Certified PCT

Certified CNA

School of Nursing - first semester with clinical concepts

Job description

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX is seeking a dedicated nurse aide/medical assistant to provide essential patient care and technical support across units. The role includes routine nursing tasks, specimen collection, venipuncture, EKGs, and aiding patients with daily activities as part of the care plan.

Qualified candidates will have completed an approved program or have direct patient care experience and hold BLS certification.