Patient Care Technician (Nursing Assistant) - G9NW Pedi Intensive Care Unit (7p-7a)
MD Anderson
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked the nation's top hospital for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals." MD Anderson's mission is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation and the world through exceptional programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention.
The primary purpose of the Patient Care Technician (PCT) position is to provide patient care services as assigned by a registered nurse.
The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably at least one year of recent direct patient care experience working in a hospital setting.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (MD Anderson) and Texas Children's Hospital announced a new collaboration on February 19, 2025. The collaborative operations and patient care are anticipated to launch in early 2026. This advertised position is within the scope of the new collaboration and will not continue at MD Anderson beyond 12/31/25. Opportunity to continue in this role at Texas Children's Hospital may be offered by Texas Children's Hospital. Candidates will have the option to discuss the impact of the collaboration with Human Resources professionals.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Responsibilities include completion of routine or advanced patient care assignments as delegated.
Understands critical changes to patient status and reports concerns to appropriate nursing staff.
Works with multidisciplinary team members to identify and address patient care needs.
Effectively and professionally resolves conflict with team members, provides and receives timely feedback to ensure collaboration and positively impact patient care and patient satisfaction scores.
Participates in team and peer evaluations.
Demonstrates superior customer service in all interactions with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues.
Aids in completion of activities of daily living, mobilization, admit/discharge, and vital signs in the patient setting.
Utilizes validated advanced skills to support multidisciplinary goals aimed at assisting patients in reaching maximum functionality.
Encourages patients in progression of wellness and promotes independence.
Maintains environment in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.
Maintains unit and institutional competencies and adheres to legal and regulatory requirements.
Participates in unit projects focused on improving patient outcomes.
Demonstrates knowledge and utilization of computers, equipment, and software programs to enter patient data, access information, and communicate with the multidisciplinary team.
Successfully complete required on-line training.
Demonstrate accountability by reviewing electronic/written communication.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Education
Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience
Preferred: One year of experience in an acute care or hospital setting as a nursing assistant.
Licensure/Certification
Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Other
Required: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 173424 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Nights, Rotating, Varied, Weekends Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 36,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 45,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 54,500 FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Onsite Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: Yes Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes Science Jobs: No
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The primary purpose of the Patient Care Technician (PCT) position is to provide patient care services as assigned by a registered nurse.
The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably at least one year of recent direct patient care experience working in a hospital setting.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (MD Anderson) and Texas Children's Hospital announced a new collaboration on February 19, 2025. The collaborative operations and patient care are anticipated to launch in early 2026. This advertised position is within the scope of the new collaboration and will not continue at MD Anderson beyond 12/31/25. Opportunity to continue in this role at Texas Children's Hospital may be offered by Texas Children's Hospital. Candidates will have the option to discuss the impact of the collaboration with Human Resources professionals.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Responsibilities include completion of routine or advanced patient care assignments as delegated.
Understands critical changes to patient status and reports concerns to appropriate nursing staff.
Works with multidisciplinary team members to identify and address patient care needs.
Effectively and professionally resolves conflict with team members, provides and receives timely feedback to ensure collaboration and positively impact patient care and patient satisfaction scores.
Participates in team and peer evaluations.
Demonstrates superior customer service in all interactions with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues.
Aids in completion of activities of daily living, mobilization, admit/discharge, and vital signs in the patient setting.
Utilizes validated advanced skills to support multidisciplinary goals aimed at assisting patients in reaching maximum functionality.
Encourages patients in progression of wellness and promotes independence.
Maintains environment in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.
Maintains unit and institutional competencies and adheres to legal and regulatory requirements.
Participates in unit projects focused on improving patient outcomes.
Demonstrates knowledge and utilization of computers, equipment, and software programs to enter patient data, access information, and communicate with the multidisciplinary team.
Successfully complete required on-line training.
Demonstrate accountability by reviewing electronic/written communication.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Education
Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience
Preferred: One year of experience in an acute care or hospital setting as a nursing assistant.
Licensure/Certification
Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Other
Required: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 173424 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Nights, Rotating, Varied, Weekends Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 36,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 45,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 54,500 FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Onsite Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: Yes Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes Science Jobs: No
#LI-Onsite Apply
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