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Form of workThe University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer Patient Care, research, education and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2023 rankings.
The primary purpose of the Patient Care Technician (PCT) position is to provide Patient Care services as assigned by a registered nurse.
The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably at least one year of recent experience working in direct Patient Care. Must be able to work a shift to include: 7pm-7am, 3pm-11pm and 11pm - 7am including rotating weekends and holidays.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Responsibilities include completion of routine or advanced Patient Care assignments as delegated.
Understands critical changes to patient status and reports concerns to appropriate nursing staff.
Works with multidisciplinary team members to identify and address Patient Care needs.
Effectively and professionally resolves conflict with team members, provides and receives timely feedback to ensure collaboration and positively impact Patient Care and patient satisfaction scores.
Participates in team and peer evaluations.
Demonstrates superior customer service in all interactions with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues.
Aids in completion of activities of daily living, mobilization, admit/discharge, and vital signs in a diverse patient setting.
Utilizes validated advanced skills to support multidisciplinary goals aimed at assisting patients in reaching maximum functionality.
Encourages patients in progression of wellness and promotes independence.
Maintains environment in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.
Maintains unit and institutional competencies and adheres to legal and regulatory requirements.
Participates in unit projects focused on improving patient outcomes.
Demonstrates knowledge and utilization of computers, equipment, and software programs to enter patient data, access information, and communicate with the multidisciplinary team.
Successfully complete required on-line training.
Demonstrate accountability by reviewing electronic/written communication.
REQUIREMENTS
Education
Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience
Required: None.
Preferred: Experience in an acute care setting as a Nursing Assistant.
Licensure/Certification
Required: None.
Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Other
Required: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.
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
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The primary purpose of the Patient Care Technician (PCT) position is to provide Patient Care services as assigned by a registered nurse.
The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably at least one year of recent experience working in direct Patient Care. Must be able to work a shift to include: 7pm-7am, 3pm-11pm and 11pm - 7am including rotating weekends and holidays.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Responsibilities include completion of routine or advanced Patient Care assignments as delegated.
Understands critical changes to patient status and reports concerns to appropriate nursing staff.
Works with multidisciplinary team members to identify and address Patient Care needs.
Effectively and professionally resolves conflict with team members, provides and receives timely feedback to ensure collaboration and positively impact Patient Care and patient satisfaction scores.
Participates in team and peer evaluations.
Demonstrates superior customer service in all interactions with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues.
Aids in completion of activities of daily living, mobilization, admit/discharge, and vital signs in a diverse patient setting.
Utilizes validated advanced skills to support multidisciplinary goals aimed at assisting patients in reaching maximum functionality.
Encourages patients in progression of wellness and promotes independence.
Maintains environment in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.
Maintains unit and institutional competencies and adheres to legal and regulatory requirements.
Participates in unit projects focused on improving patient outcomes.
Demonstrates knowledge and utilization of computers, equipment, and software programs to enter patient data, access information, and communicate with the multidisciplinary team.
Successfully complete required on-line training.
Demonstrate accountability by reviewing electronic/written communication.
REQUIREMENTS
Education
Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience
Required: None.
Preferred: Experience in an acute care setting as a Nursing Assistant.
Licensure/Certification
Required: None.
Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Other
Required: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.
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
- Requisition ID: 165533
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Evening/Night, Evenings, Nights, Rotating, Varied, Weekends
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 36,500
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 45,500
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 54,500
- FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
- Fund Type: Hard
- Work Location: Onsite
- Pivotal Position: Yes
- Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
- Relocation Assistance Available?: No
- Science Jobs: No
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