Patient Care Technician in San Antonio Texas United States
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Patient Care Technician Methodist Hospital Metropolitan San Antonio TX United States work Part-time assignment_ind Days Rotating Weekends star_rate New Category Nursing Support • Job ID 4351647
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Do you have the career opportunities as a Patient Care Technician you want with your current employer We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Methodist Hospital Metropolitan which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services HCA Healthcare.
Job Summary and Qualifications
The Patient Care Technician PCT delivers high quality patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living. Under the supervision of the registered nurse RN the PCT assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the PCTs skillstraining and the needs of the Department and consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean well-organized and safe patient care environment. The PCT complies with all hospital policiesprocedures and observes the State Board of Nursing rules for unlicensed personnel.
Minimum Education Experience Training Required Knowledge Skill Abilities and Other Job-Related Characteristics Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line facility and departmentunit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served if applicable.
Preferred CNA Training Program 1 years of experience in an acute care setting
Minimum License Certificates or Registrations Required Required Basic Life Support BLS within 30 - days of hire
Essential Job Functions
Participates in the implementation of nursing care plans by performing direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the licensed nurse. Obtains and records initial and ongoing patient information throughout the cycle of care including admissions data vital signs height and weight blood pressure oxygen saturation blood glucose levels intake and output and calorie counts. Documents observations interactions patient responses to performed activities and any physical or behavioral changes at time of occurrence. Reports observations of individual patients to the RNTeam Leader. Assists with mobility by regular turning and positioning dangling and ambulating patients. Assists with use of walkers crutches canes and wheelchairs. Transfers patients to and from other units departments or entities. Assists with discharges. Demonstrates proper body mechanics. Provides or assists with non-medicated support care including non-sterile dressing changes skin protection application of heat or ice and venous compression devices. Obtains or assists in the collection of specimens for diagnostic or waived tests. Ensures accuracy of all labels and timely transfer of specimen. Retrieves medication from pharmacy storage room or tube system and delivers to licensed staff member as instructed. Assists with patient preparation for surgery or other procedures. Orients patientsfamiliescaregivers to room and hospital routine. Assists patients with activities of daily living to include eating and drinking bathing shaving oral care grooming and elimination. Changes bed linens as needed. Performs hourly rounding and responds promptly to call lights and patient requests. Strives to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively. Follows patient and employee safetysecurity policies and protocols including hand hygiene use of universal precautions use of personal protective equipment and adherence to isolation procedures. Prepares and maintains clean hazard-free patient rooms. Empties trash and removes soiled linens. Assists with post-mortem care. Assists in the setup removal and cleaning of equipment. Identifies malfunctioning equipment and initiates repairs. Performs clerical work as needed including assembling and maintain charts filing answering and transferring phones and relaying messages. Promotes consistent positive patient interactions that advance the agenda of unparalleled patient service. Demonstrates caring and empathy in all interactions and advocates for patient- and family-centered approach in all decisions and actions. Demonstrates excellent communication skills including active listening. Ensures patients physicians and colleagues have a clear understanding of all communications. Engages in evidence-based best practices that enhance the patient experience including SAFETY rounding communication fundamentalsAIDET Teach-Back Narrating Care etc. Participates as an active member of the health care team and positively promotes the rest of the team to patientsfamiliescaregivers and other colleagues. Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates behaviors consistent with established policiesprocedures. Assists with orientation of new personnel as directed. Serves as a positive role model and resource for peers. Seeks opportunities to impact the growth of the organization by promoting excellence in patient experience and providing high quality care to the patients served. Monitors unit and individual patient rooms to assess availability of supplies. Restocks to optimum levels as instructed. Utilizes charge system for supplies and equipment.
Additional Job Functions
Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist Healthcare System. Understands and is committed to helping the Methodist Healthcare System and its associated facilities achieve its goals. Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and rules must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times must immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors must be familiar with all safety features of equipment tools or materials encompassed by job duties and must check with supervisors prior to job performance if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function. Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior as expected by our patients colleagues and the community. Understands the personal obligation to report any activity that appears to violate applicable laws rules regulations or the Code of Conduct itself. Completes other duties as assigned.
Benefits
Methodist Hospital Metropolitan offers a total rewards package that supports the health life career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include Comprehensive benefitsfor medical prescription drug dental vision behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing supportincluding free counseling and referral services Time away from workprograms for paid time off paid family leave long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources including a 401k Plan with a 100 match on 3 to 9 of pay based on years of service Employee Stock Purchase Plan flexible spending accounts preferred banking partnerships retirement readiness tools rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education supportthrough tuition assistance student loan assistance certification support dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building adoption assistance life insurance supplemental health protection plans auto and home insurance legal counseling identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits Note Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Methodist Hospital Metropolitan houses 370 bed. We house the largest emergency room in downtown San Antonio. Our womens pavilion is the only freestanding center city facility dedicated to the health of women and their newborn babies. We welcome nearly 3000 newborns into the world each year. We are home to the Methodist Weight Loss Center. We have been designated an American Society for Metabolic Surgery Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence®. Our hospital has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as a Best Place to Work in Healthcare. We are the first hospital in San Antonio to achieve Pathway to Excellence designation. Methodist Hospital Metropolitan has been recognized by Leapfrog for focus on safety and quality. We received a Grade A Hospital Safety Score for 8 consecutive rating periods. We are proud to be an Accredited Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiology and Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. We were the premier Texas hospital to earn a Gold Seal of Approval for Sepsis Certification. Join our accredited team today.
Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.- Dr. Thomas Frist Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth we encourage you to apply for our Patient Care Technician opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.
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