The Patient Care Technician supports licensed nurses by collecting and recording patient data, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs according to the care plan. Additional duties include administrative tasks like tracking quality data, managing files for admissions/transfers/discharges, and maintaining unit supplies.
Requirements summary
Candidates must commit to full-time night shifts, working three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating weekends, and must complete a minimum of one full week of training. A High School Diploma/GED is required, along with less than one year of experience and current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
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Job description
“We are looking for candidates who can commit to full-time hours, working three days per week with rotating weekends, and who have flexibility in their availability.
This role also requires a minimum of one full week of training.” Position: Patient Care Tech / Health Unit Coordinator Location: Baylor Scott and White, College Station Shift: Full-time Nights - 3 12 hours shifts with Rotating Weekends.
Opportunities available in the following departments: Medical Surgical, ICU, IMCU, Telemetry Job Summary The Patient Care Technician handles various duties under a licensed nurse's supervision.
Helps deliver patient care and meet family needs.
Follows the care plan, considering the patient's age and development stage.
What can you expect to do as a Patient Care Tech?
Collects and records patient data, including vital signs.
Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, toileting, and transferring.
Responds to call lights and conducts regular patient rounds.
Provides personal hygiene care and assists with patient clean-up.
Adheres to Baylor Scott & White policies and procedures.
Performs glucose monitoring and collects specimens as requested.
Will be required to directly support multiple patients during each shift.
Other duties that may be included: Tracks and reports quality data for the unit.
Completes and maintains files and forms for admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Assigns phones and location devices to appropriate staff members.
Maintains inventory, requisitions, and stocks supplies and equipment in the work area.
Greets visitors and provides assistance.
Answers telephones and communicates with the nursing team and medical staff using pagers, and cell phones, based on department needs.
What will make you successful as a PCT? · Compassion – This is both a physically and emotionally demanding job.
Compassion for patients is one of the biggest factors in becoming successful. · Communication – Clear communication with patients and staff, both verbally and in writing. · Positive attitude – You will see people in some of their worst moments.
Benefits
401k Match
Time Off Benefits
Debt-free Tuition Assistance
Having a positive attitude can help brighten the lives of those you care for. · Teamwork – The ability to work with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses and physicians, is the key to provide better patient care.
About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities.
Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
We never settle by constantly striving for better.
We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5% Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more Immediate access to time off benefits At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
Qualifications
EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
