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Patient Care Technician – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Patient Care Technician (PTC) – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Shift: Monday–Friday, 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM (schedule flexibility preferred)
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
The Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) offers a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork. While the workload can be demanding, team members consistently support one another, creating an environment that promotes efficiency, professionalism, and mutual respect. This collaborative approach helps make each shift more manageable and rewarding.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) in the PACU plays a vital role in supporting patient care and unit operations during the post-operative recovery phase. This position works closely with nurses and the interdisciplinary care team to provide safe, efficient, and compassionate care in a fast-paced environment. The PCT contributes to patient comfort, workflow efficiency, and overall departmental success.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate can multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment, communicates well, and works collaboratively with the care team. Able to be flexible with scheduling and shifts to meet departmental needs.
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE FUNCTIONS
- Prepare and maintain the surgical environment for assigned patients.
- Provide direct patient care according to established performance standards.
- Clean and turn over operating rooms promptly for the next patient, including disposing of trash and dirty linens.
- Transport patients and manage supply responsibilities as required.
- Perform additional tasks as needed.
ACCOUNTABILITY
- Complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and check with the Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) or OR Schedule Coordinator for additional tasks when available.
- Organize workflow to ensure on-time starts and efficient case turnover; use time, materials, and equipment responsibly.
- Maintain professionalism under pressure, handling crises and difficult situations effectively.
- Ensure all supplies and equipment are properly stored after cases.
- Demonstrate cost awareness, participate in cost-saving strategies, and avoid waste.
- Complete annual self-appraisal with appropriate documentation.
INITIATIVE
- Pursue ongoing learning and self-development; actively seek and apply feedback.
- Set high standards for performance and demonstrate a strong drive for results.
EDUCATION
- Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Required: None
- Preferred: At least one year of recent experience working as a Patient Care Technician or Nursing Assistant
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Preferred: CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant Upon Hire
OTHER 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.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
