Huntsville Memorial Hospital ยท 3 months ago
Patient Care Tech - Infirmary (Days)
Huntsville, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelHuntsville Memorial Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Tech to provide supportive care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role involves assisting with daily patient comfort and care needs, participating in quality improvement programs, and maintaining patient confidentiality and safety.
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Responsibilities
Delivers appropriate care to patients, at a competent level, according to the needs of the patient and population served, including assistance with activities of daily living, obtaining vital signs, etc
Adheres to infection prevention protocols
Demonstrates an understanding of patient rights, including those pertaining to confidentiality, informed consent and privacy
Demonstrates adaptability, problem solving and professional behavior at all times
Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing process improvement to achieve desired client-centered outcomes
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, competence validation; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff
Maintains patient charts accurately and neatly
Monitors all clerical supplies for unit including printed forms, paper products, ink/toner cartridges for equipment and others as assigned
Communicates clearly, concisely, & courteously with everyone encountered; manages time efficiently
Acknowledges individual approaching desk and offers assistance immediately
Actively participates in survey readiness activities and assures that department is compliant with all regulatory standards
Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct
Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI
Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately
Performs all other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required
Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, before patient care is administered independently
Prior healthcare experience preferred
Delivers appropriate care to patients, at a competent level, according to the needs of the patient and population served, including assistance with activities of daily living, obtaining vital signs, etc
Adheres to infection prevention protocols
Demonstrates an understanding of patient rights, including those pertaining to confidentiality, informed consent and privacy
Demonstrates adaptability, problem solving and professional behavior at all times
Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing process improvement to achieve desired client-centered outcomes
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, competence validation; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff
Maintains patient charts accurately and neatly
Monitors all clerical supplies for unit including printed forms, paper products, ink/toner cartridges for equipment and others as assigned
Communicates clearly, concisely, & courteously with everyone encountered; manages time efficiently
Acknowledges individual approaching desk and offers assistance immediately
Actively participates in survey readiness activities and assures that department is compliant with all regulatory standards
Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct
Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI
Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately
Performs all other related duties as assigned
Preferred
Prior healthcare experience preferred
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
Company
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
Huntsville Memorial Hospital located in Huntsville, TX is a Joint Commission-accredited, not-for-profit acute care community hospital.
Founded in 1927
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Patrick J. Shannon, FACHE
Chief Executive Officer
Ian Gibson
Chief Operating Officer
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