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Patient Care Technician

Patient Care Technician

University of Texas Southwestern Medical CenterDallas, TX, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Multiple Patient Care Technician Opportunities in Various Specialties!

MedSurg | ICU | Rehab | Oncology

Full-Time | Part-Time | PRN

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

Works to provide patient care under the direction of nursing staff being certain to only perform tasks in which training and / or competency has been validated.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include :

  • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
  • Paid Time Off, available day one
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
  • Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

  • Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Experience
  • Must be able to read, write and communicate in English. Familiarity with medical terminology. Working knowledge of basic computer software skills.

    1 year acute care inpatient hospital experience in the role preferred or

    A certified nursing assistant certificate and experience in the role or

    completed the PCT residency at UT Southwestern Medical Center or

    completed Nursing Fundamentals and skills course in nursing school.

  • Licenses and Certifications
  • (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) required.

    Must achieve validation of required core competencies and training within 6 months of employment. within 180 Days

    JOB DUTIES

  • Provide patient care under the direction of nursing staff being certain to only perform tasks in which training and / or competency has been validated.
  • Collect, monitor, and document pertinent data relating to patient functioning and care to include but not limited to : intake and output, weight, temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure. Recognizes and immediately reports values outside normal parameters to the nurse.
  • Perform patient rounding being sure to report any changes in a patient's condition or behavior immediately to the nurse. Seeks assistance and guidance as needed to ensure that patient care is delivered in a safe, high quality and effective manner at all times.
  • Assess, identify, and monitor environmental, patient, and the patient's family needs in a respectful, positive, and timely manner to achieve satisfaction.
  • Perform basic hygiene care in accordance with the Department of Nursing policies, procedures and unit standards to include but not limited to pericare, oral care, daily hygiene, linen changes, skin changes, and foley care.
  • Transfer and transport patients in accordance with policies and procedures with specific consideration to age-specific and safety needs.
  • Resolve patient concerns by initiating service recovery and immediately escalating patient, family, visitors and staff concerns through the chain of command.
  • Build meaning and sustainable relationships of trust through open and interactive communication with members of the healthcare team.
  • Prepare, update, and disseminate reports at the change of shift and when changes are noted in the patient's condition.
  • Support the administrative and clinical operations of assigned practice environment.
  • Orient new staff and students to work areas. Collaborates with other nursing staff and hospital employees to create an environment that is conducive to the retention of qualified personnel.
  • Utilize downtime to assist others and / or to provide additional supportive measures to patients and / or patients' families within the respective patient care environment. Completes other duties as assigned. Performs in the role of sitter as needed, documents as required.
  • Maintain current compliance with ongoing annual education requirements (modules, classes and competencies).
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

    Security

    This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

    EEO Statement

    UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

    Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include :

  • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
  • Paid Time Off, available day one
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
  • Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
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