Senior Surgical Technologist - Galveston (Casual Appointment)
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
**Minimum Qualifications: **** ** • High school graduate or GED • Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program • Five years of related experience in the field of surgical technology **LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:** **Required:** • Must have and maintain certification as a Surgical Technologist
• Basic Life Support
**Job Summary/Description:**
Senior Surgical Technologist provides advanced-level technical assistance to the surgical team before, during, and following surgery. Expertly assists in surgical operations under the supervision of the surgeons and registered nurses to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that the equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
**Job Duties: **
• Checks supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure.
• Scrubs in the prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and gloves.
• Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts,
• Assist in positioning, skin preparation and draping of patient.
• Passes instruments required during surgery to the surgeon.
• Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
• Assists with postoperative dressings.
• Assists circulator or scrub person in all specialties.
• Clean and prepare surgical instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assumes accountability in maintaining tray inventory after each surgical case.
• Helps transfer patients to and from the operating table to the stretcher.
• Assists in preparing the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
• Follows processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency such as First Case Starts and
Case Turnover times.
• Supports new programs and provides updates to the surgeon preference cards.
• Assists in training students and new employees.
• Identifies learning needs of self and others; sets challenging and realistic goals and develops
learning opportunities to meet goals.
• Demonstrates compassion and understanding.
• Displays a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor.
• Puts needs of others above his/her own through accountability, compassion, integrity and
respect.
• Functions as an independent and supportive team member.
Marginal or Periodic Functions:
• Adheres to internal controls and report
**Salary Range:**** **Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.
*Equal Employment Opportunity*
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Senior Surgical Technologist - CLC
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
**Texas City, Texas, United States** **New** Patient Care UTMB Health Requisition # 2506889 **Minimum Qualifications:** - High school graduate or GED - Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program - Five years of related experience in the field of surgical technology
**LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:**
**Required:**
- Must have and maintain certification as a Surgical Technologist
- Basic Life Support
**Job Summary/Description:**
Senior Surgical Technologist provides advanced-level technical assistance to the surgical team before, during, and following surgery. Expertly assists in surgical operations under the supervision of the surgeons and registered nurses to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that the equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
**Job Duties:**
- Checks supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure.
- Scrubs in the prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and gloves.
- Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
- Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts,
- Assist in positioning, skin preparation and draping of patient.
- Passes instruments required during surgery to the surgeon.
- Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
- Assists with postoperative dressings.
- Assists circulator or scrub person in all specialties.
- Clean and prepare surgical instruments for terminal sterilization.
- Assumes accountability in maintaining tray inventory after each surgical case.
- Helps transfer patients to and from the operating table to the stretcher.
- Assists in preparing the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
- Follows processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency such as First Case Starts and
Case Turnover times.
- Supports new programs and provides updates to the surgeon preference cards.
- Assists in training students and new employees.
- Identifies learning needs of self and others; sets challenging and realistic goals and develops
learning opportunities to meet goals.
- Demonstrates compassion and understanding.
- Displays a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor.
- Puts needs of others above his/her own through accountability, compassion, integrity and
respect.
- Functions as an independent and supportive team member.
Marginal or Periodic Functions:
- Adheres to internal controls and report
**Salary Range:** Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Compensation
Patient Care Technician I - OR Galveston (Casual Appointment)
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
*Minimum Qualifications: * • High school or equivalent AND completion of one of the following technical programs: - Completion of a recognized Nurse Assistant program OR - Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR - Completion of Medical Corpsman program OR
- Completion of EMT program OR
- Completion of a UTMB Hospital Aide Training Program OR
- Two (2) years of experience in a direct patient care environment OR
- Certified MA, PCT, or CNA at time of hire OR
- Is enrolled in a recognized School of Nursing and has completed the first semester of
education which contains clinical concepts and health assessment or the equivalent.
*
*Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:*
• BLS
*Job Summary/Description:*
To provide basic technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients throughout assigned areas.
*Job Duties:*
• Collects, reports, and documents data: Vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse
oximetry, and collects specimens.
• Obtains blood samples by venipuncture.
• Acquires 12 lead EKG.
• Performs and reports POCT.
• Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by
the patient's plan of care.
• Provides for patients' personal hygiene: Bathes patients, performs oral suctioning and superficial
wound care, assists with chronic wound care, provides skincare for a patient with TED hose, SCD,
casts, skeletal pins, assists with elimination, cares for the incontinent patient, cares for the patient
with a urinary catheter, assists or gives cleansing enemas, sitz baths, non-sterile douches, and
provides ostomy care.
• Assists with feeding.
• Ambulates, positions, and turns patients and cares for the patient with altered mobility.
• Assists with patient safety related to age and condition
• Assists with patient restraints and patient-specific safety precautions
• Collects, reports, and documents data related to patient needs/emergencies and unusual patient
and family behavior
• Cares for the patient from a correctional environment.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times.
• Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform
proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures.
• Documents as appropriate.
• Maintains patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
• Assists with patient requests for other hospital services.
Marginal or Periodic Functions:
• Video monitoring duties as assigned.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting
*Salary Range: *Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.
*Equal Employment Opportunity*
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Surgical Technologist - Labor & Delivery - CLC (Nights)
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
**Webster, Texas, United States** **Hot** Patient Care UTMB Health Requisition # 2506533 **REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE** Minimum Qualifications: + High school graduate or GED + Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program **LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS**
Required:
+ Current certification as a Surgical Technologist or obtain the certification within 6 months of employment OR
+ Employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009, OR
+ Completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service
+ Basic Life Support
**JOB SUMMARY**
The Surgical Technologist performs direct and indirect technical tasks for patients before, during, and after surgical interventions. Assists in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons and registered nurses to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that the equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS**
+ Checks supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure.
+ Scrubs in the prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and gloves.
+ Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
+ Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts,
+ Assist in positioning, skin preparation and draping of patient.
+ Passes instruments required during surgery to the surgeon.
+ Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
+ Assists with postoperative dressings.
+ Assists circulator or scrub person in all specialties.
+ Clean and prepare surgical instruments for terminal sterilization.
+ Assumes accountability in maintaining tray inventory after each surgical case.
+ Helps transfer patients to and from the operating table to the stretcher.
+ Assists in preparing the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
+ Follows processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency such as First Case Starts and Case Turnover times.
+ Supports new programs and provides updates to the surgeon preference cards.
+ Assists in training students and new employees.
+ Identifies learning needs of self and others; sets challenging and realistic goals and develops learning opportunities to meet goals.
+ Demonstrates compassion and understanding.
+ Displays a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor.
+ Puts needs of others above his/her own through accountability, compassion, integrity and respect.
+ Functions as an independent and supportive team member
**MARGINAL OR PERIOD JOB FUNCTIONS:**
+ Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
+ Performs related duties as required.
**SALARY RANGE:**
Commensurate with experience.
**WORK SCHEDULE:**
Full-time Nights
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Compensation
Surgical Technologist - Labor & Delivery - CLC (Nights)
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Minimum Qualifications:
High school graduate or GED
Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS Required:
Current certification as a Surgical Technologist or obtain the certification within 6 months of
employment OR
Employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009, OR
Completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the Army, Navy, Air Force,
Marine Corps, or Coast Guard of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service
Basic Life Support
JOB SUMMARY
The Surgical Technologist performs direct and indirect technical tasks for patients before, during, and after surgical interventions. Assists in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons and registered nurses to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that the equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Checks supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure.
Scrubs in the prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and gloves.
Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts,
Assist in positioning, skin preparation and draping of patient.
Passes instruments required during surgery to the surgeon.
Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
Assists with postoperative dressings.
Assists circulator or scrub person in all specialties.
Clean and prepare surgical instruments for terminal sterilization.
Assumes accountability in maintaining tray inventory after each surgical case.
Helps transfer patients to and from the operating table to the stretcher.
Assists in preparing the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
Follows processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency such as First Case Starts and Case Turnover times.
Supports new programs and provides updates to the surgeon preference cards.
Assists in training students and new employees.
Identifies learning needs of self and others; sets challenging and realistic goals and develops learning opportunities to meet goals.
Demonstrates compassion and understanding.
Displays a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor.
Puts needs of others above his/her own through accountability, compassion, integrity and respect.
Functions as an independent and supportive team member
MARGINAL OR PERIOD JOB FUNCTIONS:
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Performs related duties as required.
SALARY RANGE:
Commensurate with experience.
WORK SCHEDULE\:
Full-time Nights
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Auto-ApplySenior Surgical Technologist - Galveston (Casual Appointment)
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
**Galveston, Texas, United States** Patient Care UTMB Health Requisition # 2506299 **Minimum Qualifications:** - High school graduate or GED - Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program - Five years of related experience in the field of surgical technology
**LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:**
**Required:**
- Must have and maintain certification as a Surgical Technologist
- Basic Life Support
**Job Summary/Description:**
Senior Surgical Technologist provides advanced-level technical assistance to the surgical team before, during, and following surgery. Expertly assists in surgical operations under the supervision of the surgeons and registered nurses to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that the equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
**Job Duties:**
- Checks supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure.
- Scrubs in the prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and gloves.
- Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
- Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts,
- Assist in positioning, skin preparation and draping of patient.
- Passes instruments required during surgery to the surgeon.
- Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
- Assists with postoperative dressings.
- Assists circulator or scrub person in all specialties.
- Clean and prepare surgical instruments for terminal sterilization.
- Assumes accountability in maintaining tray inventory after each surgical case.
- Helps transfer patients to and from the operating table to the stretcher.
- Assists in preparing the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
- Follows processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency such as First Case Starts and
Case Turnover times.
- Supports new programs and provides updates to the surgeon preference cards.
- Assists in training students and new employees.
- Identifies learning needs of self and others; sets challenging and realistic goals and develops
learning opportunities to meet goals.
- Demonstrates compassion and understanding.
- Displays a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor.
- Puts needs of others above his/her own through accountability, compassion, integrity and
respect.
- Functions as an independent and supportive team member.
Marginal or Periodic Functions:
- Adheres to internal controls and report
**Salary Range:** Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Compensation
HCSS Surgical Technologist II
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
**Galveston, Texas, United States** **Hot** 1 additional location Galveston, Texas, United States Nursing & Care Management HealthCare System Staffing Requisition # 2301560 **To provide advanced level technical assistance to the surgical team before, during, and following surgery. Expertly assists in surgical operations under the supervision of the surgeons and registered nurses to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that the equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.**
MAJOR DUTIES/CRITICAL TASKS:
+ Checks supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure.
+ Sets sterile table appropriate instruments, supplies, sterile drapes, and solutions
including medications needed on the sterile field.
+ Scrubs in prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and gloves
+ Gowns and gloves surgeons and assistants
+ Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts
+ Assists in positioning, skin preparation and draping of patient
+ Passes instruments required during surgery to the surgeon
+ Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure
+ Assists with postoperative dressings
+ Cleans and prepares surgical instruments for terminal sterilization
+ Assumes accountability in maintaining tray inventory after each surgical case
+ Assists as circulator or scrub person in all specialties
+ Collaborates with the service coordinator in submitting purchase order requests for specialty supplies
+ Manages and monitors specialty supplies
+ Assists in training students and new employees
+ Helps transfer patients to and from the operating table to the stretcher
+ Assists in preparing the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation
+ Follows processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency such as First Case Starts and Case Turnover times
+ Supports new programs and provides updates to the surgeon preference cards
+ Able to scrub in multiple surgical services efficiently
+ Participates actively in team building and retention of staff within designated surgical
services
+ Adheres to internal controls established for department
+ Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Requires the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE/:
+ High School diploma or equivalent.
+ Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program or an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the Armed Services of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service.
+ Current certification as a surgical technologist
+ Five years of hospital or surgical center experience
+ Current BLS certification obtained through American Heart Association
EQUIPMENT:
**Standard operating room equipment and surgical instruments.**
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Standard surgical operating suite environment.
**OTHER:**
**Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code.**
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Administrative Director of Human Resources.
Compensation
+ **Hiring Range: 46.00**
Surgical Technologist - CLC
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
Minimum Qualifications:
High school graduate or GED.
Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program
Basic Life Support
The Surgical Technologist performs direct and indirect technical tasks for patients before, during, and after surgical interventions. Assists in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons and registered nurses to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that the equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Auto-ApplySenior Surgical Technologist - Victory Lakes (Casual Appointment)
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
**League City, Texas, United States** Patient Care UTMB Health Requisition # 2504598 **Minimum Qualifications:** - High school graduate or GED - Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program - Five years of related experience in the field of surgical technology
**LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:**
**Required:**
- Must have and maintain certification as a Surgical Technologist
- Basic Life Support
**Job Summary/Description:**
Senior Surgical Technologist provides advanced-level technical assistance to the surgical team before, during, and following surgery. Expertly assists in surgical operations under the supervision of the surgeons and registered nurses to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that the equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
**Job Duties:**
- Checks supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure.
- Scrubs in the prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and gloves.
- Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
- Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts,
- Assist in positioning, skin preparation and draping of patient.
- Passes instruments required during surgery to the surgeon.
- Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
- Assists with postoperative dressings.
- Assists circulator or scrub person in all specialties.
- Clean and prepare surgical instruments for terminal sterilization.
- Assumes accountability in maintaining tray inventory after each surgical case.
- Helps transfer patients to and from the operating table to the stretcher.
- Assists in preparing the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
- Follows processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency such as First Case Starts and
Case Turnover times.
- Supports new programs and provides updates to the surgeon preference cards.
- Assists in training students and new employees.
- Identifies learning needs of self and others; sets challenging and realistic goals and develops
learning opportunities to meet goals.
- Demonstrates compassion and understanding.
- Displays a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor.
- Puts needs of others above his/her own through accountability, compassion, integrity and
respect.
- Functions as an independent and supportive team member.
Marginal or Periodic Functions:
- Adheres to internal controls and report
**Salary Range:** Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Compensation
EMT Paramedic
Graham, TX jobs
Full-time Description
ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION
Provide appropriate, efficient and timely pre-hospital advanced, intermediate and basic life support care and transportation of the sick and injured in accordance with local, state, national and GRMC hospital standards of practice.
INTERACTION
Primarily Interacts with: Physicians, employees, clinical and non-clinical departments, patients, visitors, law enforcement and fire/rescue personnel.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
Initially assess the condition of the patient and determine necessary course of action.
Follow protocols and perform EMT-Paramedic level care when providing emergency and non-emergency care of the sick or injured patient.
Maintain up to date knowledge and expertise in accordance with TDSHS standards for the EMT-Paramedic.
Follow departmental policy on regular station duties including but not limited to:
Daily vehicle checks for adequate equipment, supplies, and operation.
Cleaning of vehicles and station as needed.
Provide timely, accurate, documentation of patient care activities for the continuum of patient care and permanent patient records.
Provide safe and timely transport of patients to healthcare facilities.
Operate and drive ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws.
Provide exemplary customer service.
Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA.
Cooperate with other personnel to achieve departmental objectives and maintain good employee relations, inter-departmental objectives and infection control policies.
Cordially demonstrate timeliness and professionalism in appearance, communications, and actions during all interactions and with all individuals and entities.
Solve practical problems, dealing with a variety of issues, and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form.
Attend meetings as required.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
Requirements
ABILITY TO USE EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS, MACHINES: Computer, telephone, facsimile machine, copier, scanner, printer, calculator and other standard office equipment. Computer, telephone, facsimile machine, copier, scanner, printer, calculator and other standard office equipment. Blood Pressure Cuffs, stethoscope, syringes, IV pumps, beds, scales, lifts, glucose monitors, suction equipment, ventilators, crash cart, miscellaneous medical equipment and DME.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent
Current Certified Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic through Texas Department of State Health Services
Valid Texas driver license with acceptable driving record and insurance at minimum limits
Current BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications
Experience:
One year EMT-Paramedic experience preferred.
Personal Job-Related Skills / Abilities:
Must be committed to quality and patient safety at all times.
Excellent command / highly proficient in spoken and written English; Spanish bilingual preferred.
Basic computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, electronic medical documentation, and email.
Must be effective at adjusting to change, prioritizing duties, handling stress and effectively communicating face-to-face and/or over the telephone.
Must be able to work independently, and flexibly, and as a part of a multidisciplinary team.
Must be able to manage several interruptions throughout the shift.
Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written.
Must have strong time management skills.
Must be able to work under pressure while interacting in a helpful, courteous manner with a high degree of patient contact.
Sufficient hearing, vision and dexterity to perform duties safely.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Physical:
Activity Up to %
Walking: 80
Squatting: 50
Standing: 80
Pulling up to 50lbs: 25
Kneeling: 50
Reaching: 50
Sitting: 10
Lifting up to 100lbs: 25
Pushing up to 50lbs: 50
Wrist/Finger Movements: 90
Bending: 50
Climbing: 10
Mental:
Stress Level Moderate to High
Individual position core competencies:
Quality
Service Excellence
Compassion
Professionalism
Fiscal Responsibility
Required education within first 60 days (if employee is from outside organization).
GrahamRMC Orientation
Department Orientation
Continuing/Annual Education and Training:
As needed to maintain certification/ licensure of position.
Falling Star Program
Safety Storm Program
Supervision
Employees Supervised: __0___
ADA REQUIREMENTS
Each category is grouped under a percentage rating based on the frequency the condition is expected to occur.
Frequency of Condition 1-33% 34-66% 67%+
34-66%
Extreme Heat
Extreme Cold
Extreme Swings in Temperature
Extreme Noise
Working Outdoors
Working Indoors
Mechanical Hazards
Electrical Hazards
Explosive Hazards
Fume/Odor Hazards
Dust/Mite Hazards
Chemical Hazards
Toxic Waste Hazards
Radiation Hazards
Wet Hazards
Heights
67%+
Other Conditions: Perform unscheduled 24 hour work shifts, or as needed, to insure adequate staffing. This may include regular or overtime hours.
OSHA Classification:
Identify with a check the OSHA Job Category that describes this job. The intent is to enhance worker protection by identifying any risk in the performance of routine and reasonably anticipated job-related functions.
__X__ Category I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.
All procedures or other job-related tasks involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues or a potential for spills or splashes of them are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures, such as gloves, masks, goggles, and gown are required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.
_____ Category II: Tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks.
The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate protective measure, such as gloves, masks, goggles, and gown are readily available to every employee engaged in Category II tasks.
_____ Category III: Tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and Category I tasks are not a condition of employment.
The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues (although situations can be imagined or hypothesized under which anyone, anywhere might encounter potential exposure to body fluids). Persons who perform these duties are not called upon as part of their employment to perform or assist in emergency medical care or first-aid or to be potentially exposed in some other way. Tasks that involve handling implements or utensils, use of public or shared bathroom facilities or telephone and personal contacts such as handshaking are Category III tasks.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The employee will demonstrate continuous commitment to the maintenance of a clean and safe work environment that is compliant with applicable regulatory agency requirements. The employee will follow established infection control procedures.
The employee will ensure the effective and safe use of all equipment used in his/her activities, if applicable.
The competence of the employee in performing his/her job duties is evaluated during orientation to his/her position and will be demonstrated, maintained, and improved on an ongoing basis. The employee will adhere to the assigned schedule and report to work on-time.
The employee shall abide by the requirements set forth in the Code of Conduct and report suspected violations of the Code of Conduct.
The employee will recognize, appreciate and incorporate a patient's and family's unique differences, such as culture, spiritual beliefs, gender, race, ethnicity, lifestyle, socioeconomic status, age, and values, into an individualized plan of care or plan of action.
The statements contained in this position description reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the company or employee may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.
Anesthesia Technician II - Clear Lake Campus (Part-Time Weekends)
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
**Webster, Texas, United States** **Hot** Patient Care UTMB Health Requisition # 2506287 **Minimum Qualifications:** + High school or equivalent. + Three years related experience required **Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:** + Current BLS required.
**Job Summary/Description:**
To provide technical skills in the preparation of all anesthesia equipment used during surgical and related medical procedures.
**Job Duties:**
+ Assists in preparing operating rooms for complex anesthesia procedures.
+ Sets up anesthesia equipment.
+ Cleans anesthesia equipment after completion of anesthesia.
+ Maintains inventory records and orders, stores, and distributes anesthesia supplies, drugs and equipment.
+ Assists Anesthesiologists as necessary.
+ Provides immediate supervision for assigned shift.
+ Orients and trains staff.
+ Assists in patient care.
+ Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
+ Performs related duties as required
**Salary Range:**
Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.
**Work Schedule:**
Sat & Sun 7p-7a
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Compensation
Anesthesia Technician I - Galveston
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
**Galveston, Texas, United States** Patient Care UTMB Health Requisition # 2505338 **Minimum Qualifications:** ·High school or equivalent. ·Three years related experience required **Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:** ·Current BLS required. **Job Summary/Description:**
To provide technical skills in the preparation of all anesthesia equipment used during surgical and related medical procedures.
**Job Duties:**
·Assists in preparing operation rooms for a variety of anesthetic procedures.
·Sets up anesthetic machine, tracheal intubation, monitoring equipment, and other supplies peculiar to type of anesthesia.
·Cleans anesthetic machine and other equipment after completion of anesthesia.
·Maintains inventory records and orders, stores, and distributes anesthesia supplies, drugs and equipment.
·Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
·Performs related duties as required.
**Salary Range:**
Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Compensation
Anesthesia Technician II - Galveston
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
**Galveston, Texas, United States** Patient Care UTMB Health Requisition # 2505759 **Minimum Qualifications:** ·High school or equivalent. ·Three years related experience required **Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:** ·Current BLS required. **Job Summary/Description:**
To provide technical skills in the preparation of all anesthesia equipment used during surgical and related medical procedures.
**Job Duties:**
·Assists in preparing operation rooms for a variety of anesthetic procedures.
·Sets up anesthetic machine, tracheal intubation, monitoring equipment, and other supplies peculiar to type of anesthesia.
·Cleans anesthetic machine and other equipment after completion of anesthesia.
·Maintains inventory records and orders, stores, and distributes anesthesia supplies, drugs and equipment.
·Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
·Performs related duties as required.
**Salary Range:**
Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Compensation
Anesthesia Technician II - Galveston
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
Minimum Qualifications\:
· High school or equivalent.
· Three years related experience required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications\:
· Current BLS required.
Job Summary/Description\:
To provide technical skills in the preparation of all anesthesia equipment used during surgical and related medical procedures.
Job Duties\:
· Assists in preparing operation rooms for a variety of anesthetic procedures.
· Sets up anesthetic machine, tracheal intubation, monitoring equipment, and other supplies peculiar to type of anesthesia.
· Cleans anesthetic machine and other equipment after completion of anesthesia.
· Maintains inventory records and orders, stores, and distributes anesthesia supplies, drugs and equipment.
· Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
· Performs related duties as required.
Salary Range:
Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Auto-ApplyPatient Care Technician I (PCT) - Med/Surg - CLC (Nights)
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Qualifications:
High school or equivalent AND completion of one of the following technical programs:
Completion of a recognized Nurse Assistant program OR
Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR
Completion of Medical Corpsman program OR
Completion of EMT program OR
Completion of a UTMB Hospital Aide Training Program OR
Two (2) years of experience in a direct patient care environment OR
Certified MA, PCT, or CNA at time of hire OR
Is enrolled in a recognized School of Nursing and has completed the first semester of education which contains clinical concepts and health assessment or the equivalent.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS:
Required:
Basic Life Support (BLS).
JOB DESCRIPTION:
To provide basic technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients throughout assigned areas.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Collects, reports, and documents data\: Vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collects specimens.
Obtains blood samples by venipuncture.
Acquires 12 lead EKG.
Performs and reports POCT.
Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by the patient's plan of care.
Provides for patients' personal hygiene\: Bathes patients, performs oral suctioning and superficial wound care, assists with chronic wound care, provides skincare for a patient with TED hose, SCD, casts, skeletal pins, assists with elimination, cares for the incontinent patient, cares for the patient with a urinary catheter, assists or gives cleansing enemas, sitz baths, non-sterile douches, and provides ostomy care.
Assists with feeding.
Ambulates, positions, and turns patients and cares for the patient with altered mobility.
Assists with patient safety related to age and condition.
Assists with patient restraints and patient-specific safety precautions.
Collects, reports, and documents data related to patient needs/emergencies and unusual patient and family behavior.
Cares for the patient from a correctional environment.
Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times.
Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures.
Documents as appropriate.
Maintains patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
Assists with patient requests for other hospital services
Marginal or Periodic Functions:
Video monitoring duties as assigned.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Performs related duties as required.
SALARY RANGE:
Salary commensurate with experience.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Full-time night shift.
Auto-ApplyHCSS Patient Care Tech II
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
**Galveston, Texas, United States** Patient Care HealthCare System Staffing Requisition # 2506175 . To provide technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients throughout assigned areas.
MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:
· Collects, reports, and documents data. Takes vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collects specimens.
· Obtains blood samples by venipuncture.
· Acquires 12 lead EKG.
· Performs and reports POCT.
· Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by the patient's plan of care.
· Provides for patients' personal hygiene. Bathes patients, performs oral suctioning, superficial wound care, assists with elimination, and cares for the incontinent patient and the patient with a urinary catheter. Assists or gives cleansing enemas, sitz baths, non-sterile douches, and provides ostomy care.
· Assists with feeding.
· Ambulates, positions, and turns patients and cares for the patient with altered mobility.
· Assists with the admission, transfer, and discharge of the patient.
· Assists the healthcare team by preparing patients and chaperoning during examinations/procedures or assists with other patient treatments.
· Provides for patient safety related to age and condition.
· Assists with patient restraints and maintains patient-specific safety precautions.
· Collects, reports, and documents data related to patient needs/emergencies and unusual patient and family behavior.
· Cares for the patient from a correctional environment
· Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality of information and health records at all times.
· Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures.
· Maintains patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
· Assists with patient requests for other hospital services.
Marginal or Periodic Functions:
· Video monitoring duties as assigned.
· Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
· Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
· Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form.
· Customer service orientation and values.
· Ability to negotiate solutions and outcomes.
· Team player.
· Ability to maximize people and financial resources.
· Ability to work in partnership with management and staff.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
· High school diploma or equivalent
· One (1) year of experience in a direct patient care environment within the last two years AND completion of one (1) of the following technical programs:
o Completion of a recognized Nurse Assistant (CNA) program with current/active certification through the Texas Department of Health and Human Services OR
o Completion of Medical Corpsman program OR
o Completion of EMT program with a current EMT license
· Must have current BLS certification issued thru American Heart Association.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT:
Standard Hospital Environment. Uses standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
· The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, hand/ finger dexterity, and type on a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include regularly working on a Visual Display Terminal (VDT), close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Includesintermittent physical activity such as bending, reaching, and lifting
· The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
· Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
· May require heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling more than fifty pounds.
**_*Official Regulatory Statement for Healthcare Job Descriptions:_** May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing & non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients or others.
_Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Vice President for Human Resources. Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code._
Compensation
+ **Hiring Range: 25.00**
HCSS Patient Care Tech I
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
**Galveston, Texas, United States** Patient Care HealthCare System Staffing Requisition # 2506174 . To provide basic technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients throughout assigned areas.
MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:
· Collects, reports, and documents data: Vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collects specimens.
· Obtains blood samples by venipuncture.
· Acquires 12 lead EKG.
· Performs and reports POCT.
· Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by the patient's plan of care.
· Provides for patients' personal hygiene: Bathes patients, performs oral suctioning and superficial wound care, assists with chronic wound care, provides skincare for a patient with TED hose, SCD, casts, skeletal pins, assists with elimination, cares for the incontinent patient, cares for the patient with a urinary catheter, assists or gives cleansing enemas, sitz baths, non-sterile douches, and provides ostomy care.
· Assists with feeding.
· Ambulates, positions, and turns patients and cares for the patient with altered mobility.
· Assists with patient safety related to age and condition
· Assists with patient restraints and patient-specific safety precautions
· Collects, reports, and documents data related to patient needs/emergencies and unusual patient and family behavior
· Cares for the patient from a correctional environment.
· Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times.
· Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures.
· Documents as appropriate.
· Maintains patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
· Assists with patient requests for other hospital services.
Marginal or Periodic Functions:
· Video monitoring duties as assigned.
· Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
· Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
· Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form.
· Customer service orientation and values.
· Ability to negotiate solutions and outcomes.
· Team player.
· Ability to maximize people and financial resources.
· Ability to work in partnership with management and staff.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Two (2) years of experience in a direct patient care environment including acute patient care, nursing home, or LTAC experience within the last two years OR
· Current enrollment in a recognized School of Nursing with completion of first semester of education which contains clinical concepts and health assessment or the equivalent.
oMust not be in final semester of nursing program.
oMust provide college transcript and letter of recommendation from current nursing instructor
· Must have current BLS certification issued thru American Heart Association.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT:
Standard Hospital Environment. Uses standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
· The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, hand/ finger dexterity, and type on a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include regularly working on a Visual Display Terminal (VDT), close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Includes intermittent physical activity such as bending, reaching, and lifting
· The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
· Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
· May require heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling more than fifty pounds.
**_*Official Regulatory Statement for Healthcare Job Descriptions:_** May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing & non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients or others.
_Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Vice President for Human Resources. Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code._
Compensation
+ **Hiring Range: 21.00**
Tdcj Pct Pipeline
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
Minimum Qualifications:
High school or equivalent AND completion of one of the following technical programs:
• Completion of a recognized Nurse Assistant program OR
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR
• Completion of Medical Corpsman program OR
• Completion of EMT program OR
• Completion of a UTMB Hospital Aide Training Program OR
• Two (2) years of experience in a direct patient care environment OR
• Certified MA, PCT, or CNA at time of hire OR
• Is enrolled in a recognized School of Nursing and has completed the first semester of education which contains clinical concepts and health assessment or the equivalent.
Required Certification:
• BLS
Job Summary:
To provide basic technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients throughout assigned areas
Auto-ApplyPatient Care Technician II -MBU - Galveston
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
Minimum Qualifications:
High school or equivalent, one year of hospital experience AND completion of one of the following technical programs:
Completion of a recognized Nurse Assistant program OR
Completion of Medical Corpsman program OR
Completion of EMT program OR
Is enrolled in a recognized School of Nursing and has completed the first semester of education which contains clinical concepts and health assessment or the equivalent
Has obtained and provided documentation of completion of 2 or more of the following:
Emergency Dispatch
POCT test site manager
Cross-training to HUC duties
Patient Care Assistant trainer
Perform Unit Audits- 1 per month per unit/ department manager
Cast placement
Perform/ Assist with High-Level Disinfection
Set up of delivery tables
Set-up and assistance with minor operating procedures
Set-up and assistance with area specific diagnostic procedures
Language assistance
Burn tub room duties which includes splint applications\: mouth spreaders, upper and lower extremities, positioning patients prone, application of pressure wrapping\: coban ace wraps, surginet pressure garments, tubigrip/jobst garments, burn dressing preparation and application and assists in application of biobrane/transcyte
INQN, IDERAD, PACS system resource/user
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:
Required:
BLS
Job Summary
To provide technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients throughout assigned areas and serve as a leader/ mentor for the assigned unit(s).
Job Duties:
Collects, reports, and documents data. Takes vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collects specimens.
Obtains blood samples by venipuncture.
Acquires 12 lead EKG.
Performs and reports POCT.
Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by the patient's plan of care.
Provides for patients' personal hygiene. Bathes patients, performs oral suctioning, superficial wound care, assists with elimination, and cares for the incontinent patient and the patient with a urinary catheter. Assists or gives cleansing enemas, sitz baths, non-sterile douches, and provides ostomy care.
Assists with feeding.
Ambulates, positions, and turns patients and cares for the patient with altered mobility.
Assists with the admission, transfer, and discharge of the patient.
Assists the healthcare team by preparing patients and chaperoning during examinations/procedures or assists with other patient treatments.
Provides for patient safety related to age and condition.
Assists with patient restraints and maintains patient-specific safety precautions.
Collects, reports, and documents data related to patient needs/emergencies and unusual patient and family behavior.
Cares for the patient from a correctional environment.
Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality of information and health records at all times.
Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures.
Maintains patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
Assists with patient requests for other hospital services.
Participates in one leadership activity per fiscal year.
Marginal or Periodic Functions
Video monitoring duties as assigned.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Performs related duties as required.
Salary Range
Actual salary commensurate with experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Auto-ApplyPatient Care Technician II (PCT) - 2N ICU - LCH (Days)
Surgical technician job at UTMB HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school or equivalent, one year of hospital experience AND completion of one of the following technical programs:
Completion of a recognized Nurse Assistant program OR
Completion of Medical Corpsman program OR
Completion of EMT program OR
Is enrolled in a recognized School of Nursing and has completed the first semester of education which contains clinical concepts and health assessment or the equivalent
Has obtained and provided documentation of completion of 2 or more of the following:
Emergency Dispatch
POCT test site manager
Cross-training to HUC duties
Patient Care Assistant trainer
Perform Unit Audits- 1 per month per unit/ department manager
Cast placement
Perform/ Assist with High-Level Disinfection
Set up of delivery tables
Set-up and assistance with minor operating procedures
Set-up and assistance with area specific diagnostic procedures
Language assistance
Burn tub room duties which includes splint applications\: mouth spreaders, upper and lower extremities, positioning patients prone, application of pressure wrapping\: coban ace wraps, surginet pressure garments, tubigrip/jobst garments, burn dressing preparation and application and assists in application of biobrane/transcyte
INQN, IDERAD, PACS system resource/user
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:
Required:
· BLS
Job Summary
To provide technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients throughout assigned areas and serve as a leader/ mentor for the assigned unit(s).
Job Duties:
Collects, reports, and documents data. Takes vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collects specimens.
Obtains blood samples by venipuncture.
Acquires 12 lead EKG.
Performs and reports POCT.
Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by the patient's plan of care.
Provides for patients' personal hygiene. Bathes patients, performs oral suctioning, superficial wound care, assists with elimination, and cares for the incontinent patient and the patient with a urinary catheter. Assists or gives cleansing enemas, sitz baths, non-sterile douches, and provides ostomy care.
Assists with feeding.
Ambulates, positions, and turns patients and cares for the patient with altered mobility.
Assists with the admission, transfer, and discharge of the patient.
Assists the healthcare team by preparing patients and chaperoning during examinations/procedures or assists with other patient treatments.
Provides for patient safety related to age and condition.
Assists with patient restraints and maintains patient-specific safety precautions.
Collects, reports, and documents data related to patient needs/emergencies and unusual patient and family behavior.
Cares for the patient from a correctional environment.
Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality of information and health records at all times.
Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures.
Maintains patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
Assists with patient requests for other hospital services.
Participates in one leadership activity per fiscal year.
Marginal or Periodic Functions
Video monitoring duties as assigned.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Performs related duties as required.
Salary Range
Actual salary commensurate with experience.
Work Schedule
Full-time Day Shift
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