Patient Care Tech (PCT) Medical Surgical (PRN / Days)
Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better Together
Work location : Texas Health Southlake 1545 E Southlake Blvd Southlake TX 76092
Work hours : PRN as needed Days
PreOp Specials Department Highlights :
- Fast-paced unit multidisciplinary team.
- Teamwork you are never alone and patient safety is one of the top priorities
The professional PCT exhibits understanding of basic human needs.
Heres What You Need
H.S. Diploma or Equivalent RequiredOne year of PCT experience in an acute care setting is preferred.PCT Training Program TX CNA NHA NAHP NCCT accredited community college program or a THR approved program. Not required to maintain certification when applicable after hire. Upon Hire Required OrEMT - Emergency Medical Technician Military experience with medical training equivalent (Equivalent to EMT-B) Upon Hire Required OrOther Nursing student who has completed fundamentals or foreign nurse degree program Upon Hire Required OrOther 1 year of applicable experience in lieu of an active and approved certification. Upon Hire Required AndBCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Required AndCPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training Maintained Annually 90 days RequiredPossesses organizational skills to function in a fast-paced work environment positive interpersonal skills and good verbal and written communication skills.Nursing Students who do not complete course of study in nursing but having completed their Fundamentals Training and EMTs who do not formally retain their EMT status may continue in role if they have consistently demonstrated skills in their PCT position.What You Will Do
Patient Care Techs (PCT) are responsible for providing an excellent patient healthcare experience at each Texas Health basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as feed bathe dress groom or move patients or change linens. May transfer or transport patients. Includes nursing care attendants nursing aides and nursing attendants.
Essential Functions
CARE OF PATIENT / TECHNICAL SKILLS :
Provides assistance to patient according to plan of care.Collects patient data identifies and reports significant findings to nurse.Assists in admission / transfer / discharge.Provides and revises patient activities of daily living based on patient / family preferences.Performs technical procedures safely and proficiently.Takes action to reduce or eliminate patient risk.Enters orders into computer or manual system if applicable.Documents accurately and appropriately.In collaboration / consultation with the nurse adapts care to reflect patient population.In collaboration / consultation with nurse incorporates cultural / religious needs and beliefs into delivery of care.Keeps patient environment clean and maintains safe environment.Anticipates patient / family and visitor needs and takes action to meet those needs and rounds as appropriate.Additional perks of being a Texas Health Patient Care Tech
Benefits include 401k PTO medical dental Paid Parental Leave flex spending tuition reimbursement student Loan forgiveness as well as several other benefits.Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).A supportive team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.Entity Highlight :
Texas Health Southlake has been proudly serving Southlake and the surrounding communities for 20 years as of October 2024. As Southlakes first hospital and with 51600 square feet 18 surgical specialties17 inpatient suites 6 observation suites 6 operating rooms 3 physical therapy centers a pain management suite and a 24 / 7 Emergency Room we bring exceptional care to those we serve every day. We specialize in Bariatric Cardiology Colo-rectal Ear Nose & Throat Emergency Room General Surgery Internal and Family Medicine Imaging services and much more.
Texas Health Southlake has received numerous accolades including U.S. News and World Reports High Performing Hospital Award for 2022-2023 in 3 adult procedures and conditions Spinal Fusion Hip Fracture and Hip Replacement. We received a 5-star Rating by Beckers Hospital Review making
THSL one of only 18 hospitals in the state of Texas to receive 5-stars. We were awarded with the TJCs Gold Seal of Approval for Spine Surgery and we were awarded the Pinnacle of Excellence Award for Patient Experience award winner in Outpatient Services employee engagement physician engagement and clinical quality performance.
If youre ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community then lets show the world how were even better together!
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Employment Type : Grant
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1