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Patient Care Technician - Pulmonary Procedures
Seeking a Patient Care Technician to join one of the world's most respected centers devoted exclusively to cancer patient care, research, education and prevention.
The Procedural and Therapeutics division is comprised of several operational areas that provide therapeutic or procedural-based support for oncology care rooted in safe, high-quality practice. We work hand-in-hand with multiple divisions across the institution, including Surgery; Radiation Oncology; Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Internal Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging.
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 procedural or PACU experience is preferred. CNA certification is preferred but not required. The shift will be Monday – Friday 8:30am-5:00pm.
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.
KEY FUNCTIONS
• Prepares rooms for procedures.
• Transports patients safely to and from assigned area using stretchers and wheelchairs.
• Enters patient transportation requests into Epic and monitor the status.
• Participates in inventory management and expiration management.
• Stocks procedure rooms and recovery bays with supplies and lines.
• Picks up supplies from materials management.
• Makes end of day patient reminder calls and post-up calls.
• Communicates within and among team members in a healthy, constructive way.
EDUCATION
- Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Preferred: Prior procedural or PACU experience.
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
