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Patient Care Technician - Main Operating Room
Job Title: Operating Room Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Location: MD Anderson Cancer Center, Texas Medical Center (TMC), Houston, Texas
Shift: Evening Shift, 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM, Monday through Friday; rotating Saturdays and on-call responsibilities
Position Overview: MD Anderson Cancer Center, recognized as the nation's top hospital for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report, is seeking a dedicated Operating Room Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our esteemed surgical team at the Texas Medical Center location. In this critical role, you will support the surgical team by preparing and maintaining the operating room environment, ensuring efficient workflow, and upholding the highest standards of patient care. This position involves minimal direct patient interaction, as patients are under anesthesia during procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Surgical Environment Preparation: Set up and maintain the operating room for assigned patients, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are available and sterile.
- Direct Patient Care: Provide care in accordance with established performance standards, including assisting with patient positioning and ensuring patient safety.
- Room Turnover: Efficiently clean and prepare the operating room between cases to facilitate timely surgical schedules.
- Supply Management: Transport necessary supplies and equipment, restocking as needed to maintain operational readiness.
- End-of-Day Duties: Clean and secure the operating room after the final procedure, preparing it for the next day’s use.
- Accountability: Utilize time effectively, seek additional assignments when tasks are complete, and contribute to cost-saving initiatives by minimizing waste.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Experience: Previous experience in a healthcare setting is required; prior experience in an operating room or procedural area is preferred.
- Certification: Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory.
- Skills: Strong technical knowledge, excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join MD Anderson's Perioperative Services?
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement, including the PCT-CGP program.
- Competitive Salary: We offer a comprehensive compensation package.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a supportive team dedicated to excellence in patient care.
- Professional Development: Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced healthcare setting with a structured orientation program.
- Employee Wellness: Our department is Silver BeWell certified, emphasizing health and wellness for all staff members.
Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
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
