ED Patient Care Tech - FT, MID Shift

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position responsible for performing direct and indirect patient care as outlined in the Skills Inventory, under the direct or indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or GED.

• Experience: Two (2) years of clinical experience in a designated specialty area; will substitute years of experience if graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant or EMT (Intermediate Level) or Paramedic program with at least 160 hours of extern clinical experience in a designated specialty area.

• Licenses/Certifications:

• BLS Certification; and (one or more of the following)

• Certified as a Nursing Assistant by the Texas Department of Health; or

• Nursing Student with two (2) years of clinical studies or graduate of an accredited foreign nursing program with nursing credentials/licensure in the home country; or

• a Medical Assistant; or

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) from an accredited program; or

• Licensed Paramedic

• Ability to understand written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations; demonstrates skills for assigned specialty area/function or assigned procedures; including a working knowledge of basic medical terminology and computer software skills.

• Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of "we advance health" through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform Phlebotomy skills, 12 lead EKG, provide quarterly in-services for PCA, attend clinical coach class, function as observer, active member of UPC and attend non license leadership academy (if offered at facility).

• Performs advanced direct and indirect patient care, under the direction of an licensed clinician, as specified in the skills inventory, in a competent manner, according to the needs/age of the patient/population served; assists in planning and implementing direct patient care; documents care provided in patient medical record in accordance with hospital policies/procedures.

• Assists personnel in meeting patient/family learning needs; maintains communication with physicians and healthcare team members to ensure quality of care.

• Enters physician orders via computer and coordinates schedules of diagnostic testing; assists patients with written teaching protocols; performs assigned treatments as directed; prepares patients for meals and feeds them; performs/assists with baths; maintains patient rooms in orderly fashion; serves as Unit Clerk and/or monitors patients as assigned.

• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

• Other duties as assigned.