"Patient Care Technician - ER"

Job Details

Patient Care Technician - ER

Part-Time/19 Hours per Week

Salary
Salary depends on education and relevant experience.

Hiring Department
Emergency Room

Location
This position is located at the UT Tyler Health Science Center campus.

Required Application Materials
A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter of interest, and a list of the names and contact information for three (3) professional references is required to apply.

Important Instructions:
When prompted to upload your "resume", upload your combined documents as one file.
Please do not upload documents to "Cover Letter" or "References".
If the required application materials were not uploaded at the "resume" prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.

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 demonstrate 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 assisting with patient monitoring. 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.

Required Education/Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• 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.

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.

About The University of Texas at Tyler and UT Tyler Health Science Center
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.
Providing exceptional patient care, comprehensive education and innovative research, The University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center and UT Health East Texas combine to serve as the university medical center for Northeast Texas and beyond.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about.

Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits.
Clinical Position Requirements
Clinical positions may be required to complete a pre-employment health screening, following a contingent job offer, to determine whether they possess the physical capabilities needed to safely fulfill the specific demands of the position. Additionally, clinical positions require compliance with the University's Vaccine Preventable Disease Policy.
EEO Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.