Patient Care Technician I Med Surg Full Time -Patient Service Administration(24000460)Job Type(Full or Part-time) : Full TimeBenefits Eligibility : Full Benefits Detailed Shift Information. : Rotating Shift
Description
Job Summary :
The Patient Care Technician I (PCT I) works in partnership with the licensed nurse to support the delivery of care in a safe patient environment that promotes caring and healing.
The PCT I demonstrates basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks for age specific populations under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
The position records data as directed by policy and procedure, and reports observations and patient concerns to the licensed nurse.
- The PCT I is responsible for assigned non-nursing functions. Duties of the position include, but may not be limited to, obtaining vital signs;
- assisting patients with basic tasks, such as bathing, dressing, and eating and other ADLs; collecting specimens for lab tests;
and assistance with monitoring of patients. The PCT I is competent to perform in at least one general area of practice.
Major Responsibilities / Duties / Critical Tasks :
- Provides assistance to patients with ADLs and through ongoing monitoring and response to patient needs.
- Organizes work in order to complete daily assignments within assigned timeframes.Competently performs defined skills in order to meet patient needs / expected outcomes.
- Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment by following appropriate safety, infection control and patient care policies.
Participates in tasks related to environment and equipment use, (including use, cleaning and storage) according to unit and hospital policy.
- Appropriately utilizes and charges for supplies used in patient care. Assists with cost effective care by ensuring appropriate use of supplies with minimal waste.
- Competently delivers therapeutic interventions to populations served under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies :
- Basic computer skills required.
- Competent to use patient care related machines and equipment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Active listening skills.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Strong time management skills.
- Ability to think strategically and act tactically.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time.
- Ability to embrace the client relationship to guide decisions and actions.
- Demonstrates good teamwork.
Qualifications
Required Education / Experience :
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Required Certification / Licensure :
- BLS required must have certification within 30 days of hire or transfer into position.
- Completion of approved certified nursing assistant course preferred.
- Active certification within the State of Texas, preferred.
- Training, education and competencies completed annually for any additional duties required.
Work Locations
Tyler75701
Organization
001-University of Texas Health Science Center-Tyler
Job Posting
Aug 14, 2024, 10 : 34 : 47 AM
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