Patient Care Technician - Ambulatory Treatment Center

Patient Care TechnicianSeeking a Patient Care Technician to join one of the world's most respected centers devoted exclusively to cancer patient care, research, education and prevention.Keeping patient safety as our top priority, we currently oversee patient treatments in eight Ambulatory Treatment Centers (ATC) across five campus locations with more than 300 treatment chairs and beds.The ideal candidate will be organized, flexible, and demonstrate exceptional communication and customer service skills ensuring every interaction with patients, families, and coworkers reflects compassion and respect. Prior direct patient care experience is preferred. The schedule is Monday – Friday, 10:00am - 6:30pm with rotating weekends and holidays. May require rotating between all ATC units based on business need: ATC Main, ATC Mays and/or ATC Life Science Plaza (LSP).MD Anderson offers employees:Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage.Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals.Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs.Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans.Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program.Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.Opportunities for professional growth through Career Development Center and Mentoring programs.Specific Job Duties:Promote a safe environment of care through extensive knowledge of operating, maintaining, and cleaning of all equipment.Clean/disinfect, high touch patient care equipment & items to include, but not limited to beds, stretchers, recliners, wheelchairs, overbed tables, bedside commodes, IV poles, vital sign machines, EKG machines & cables, etc.Assist in obtaining vital signs.Make sure the overbed table, telephone and call light are within the patient's reach.Assist in ambulation, out of bed to chair and/or going to the bathroom.Provide nourishment to patients as directed by the clinical nurse.Empty drains and Foley catheters.Remove peripheral IV.Handle and transport laboratory specimens, samples and blood products promptly.Performs POC testing as applicable.Document in electronic health record.Assist patient/family with gathering personal belongings.Transport patients safely to and from the lobby promptly so as not to delay patient care.Discard disposable equipment, supplies, trash, suction canisters, etc.Return equipment to storage locations as appropriate.Request pillows, linens, and supplies as needed, including removal of soiled items.Maintain supply inventory management and audit for expired items.Always identify patients according to the Institutional Policy.Strict compliance with the principles of aseptic technique when providing care to patients.Assist in identifying barriers to patient care and solutions.Escalate patient safety issues to charge nurse/leadership team.Participate in educational events and competency check off.Education:Required: High School Diploma or EquivalentWork Experience:Preferred: Prior direct patient care experience.Licenses and Certifications:Preferred: CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant Upon HireOther Requirements:Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. 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.