Patient Care Tech - Full Time - Day Shift -Intermediate Cardiac

Texas Health HEB seeks to hire a Patient Care Technician to work Full Time in the Intermediate Cardiac Department.The address is 1600 Hospital Parkway, Bedford, TX 76022Salary range is Min. $13.19/hr to Max. $19.83/hr – based on relevant experienceWork ScheduleDay shift; Full Time; 36 hours per weekJob DescriptionCARE OF PATIENT/TECHNICAL SKILLS:Provides assistance to patient according to plan of care.Collects patient data, identifies and reports significant findings to nurse.Assists in admission/transfer/discharge.Provides and Revises patient activities of daily living based on patient/family preferences.Performs technical procedures safely and proficiently.Takes action to reduce or eliminate patient risk.Enters orders into computer or manual system if applicable.Documents accurately and appropriately.In collaboration/consultation with the nurse, adapts care to reflect patient population.In collaboration/consultation with nurse, incorporates cultural/religious needs and beliefs into delivery of care.Keeps patient environment clean and maintains safe environment.Anticipates patient/family and visitor needs and takes action to meet those needs and rounds as appropriatePARTNERSHIP:Uses CPM philosophy to work in partnership with patients, families, physicians, peers and all other disciplines.Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility to changes in schedule and/or workload assignment necessary to meet changing needs of the individual patient or unit.Makes new team members feel welcome and offers assistance with orientation of new employees.Acceptable use of interpersonal relationship skills and communication with patients, families, co-workers, physicians, all disciplines and other customers.Organizes workload and effectively collaborates with nursing to prioritize care.WORKPLACE/PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY:Maintains and enhances patient care skills.Seeks assistance and supervision when performing unfamiliar tasks.Serves as a patient advocate.Complies with personnel policies.Communicates per department expectations.Recognizes and promptly communicates ethical and legal concerns through established channels of communication.QUALITY AND SAFETY:Assists in the identification of ineffective and costly processes and takes action to improve them.Participates in the process improvement activities within the department/hospital.Adheres to National Patient Safety GoalsQualificationsThe ideal candidate will possess the following qualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredLicenses and CertificationsCNA - Certified Nurses Aide required upon hire orPCT Training Program (THFW or TC4L) required upon hire orEMT - Emergency Medical Technician Emergency Department ONLY required upon hire orOther Nursing student who has completed fundamentals or military experience with medical training equivalent required upon hire andBCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support required upon hireCPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training required within 60 days of hireSkillsPossesses organizational skills to function in a fast paced work environment, positive interpersonal skills, and good verbal and written communication skills.Nursing Students who do not complete course of study in nursing but having completed their Fundamentals Training and EMTs who do not formally retain their EMT status may continue in role if they have consistently demonstrated skills in their PCT position.After hire PCT CNA renewal is not a requirement of the role if the PCT has consistently demonstrated skills in their PCT position.Why Texas Health Resources?Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-Euless-Bedford is a 296-bed, acute-care facility serving Northeast Tarrant County since 1973. With more than 550 physicians on its medical staff, hospital services include outpatient surgery, women’s services, a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a dedicated oncology unit and cardiac rehabilitation. Texas Health HEB recently received a dual accreditation as a Cycle IV Chest Pain Center and Heart Failure Center by the Society of Chest Pain Centers, is certified as a Primary Stroke Center and a designated "Baby Friendly" facility by WHO and UNICEF. Our location brings the best of suburban living, offering you the benefits of convenience and solid career opportunities.Texas Health Highlights

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