Legent Health is looking for Patient Care Tech to join our team. We seek talented partners transforming healthcare, one patient at a time.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate.
• Current and active CPR certification.

Compensation and Benefits

• COMPETITIVE PAY
• VISION
• MEDICAL
• DENTAL
• PTO Accrued
• 401K

Position Summary

The Patient Care Tech performs patient care activates within the limits of the position.

Position Responsibilities

• Assists other nursing personnel in patient care.
• Reports identified unusual patient conditions/reactions to licensed staff.
• Makes rounds with oncoming shift.
• Completes Audits, as assigned.
• Enter Charges, as needed.
• Completes errands as directed.
• Performs functions that may be delegated by the licensed professional nurse (when appropriate)
• Measures and applies TED hose and SCD stockings.
• Performs oral suctioning with a tonsil-tip suction device.
• Collects urine (clean catch), and stool specimens.
• Collects sputum sample (not by suction).
• Performs intermittent urethral catheterization and urine specimen collection.
• Inserts and discontinues indwelling catheters; collects sterile specimens when ordered.
• Performs blood glucose monitoring at the bedside.
• Applies pulse oximeter probe and records readings.
• Assists with set up (not application) of wall or tank oxygen therapy.
• Performs site care to established PEG or tracheostomy sites.
• Empties colostomy or ileostomy bags.
• Performs venipuncture for lab specimen testing.
• Discontinues peripheral IV catheters.
• Utilizes orthopedic appliances to include but not limited to braces, CPM machine, crutches, and walkers.
• Sets-up/takes down traction.
• Exhibits compassionate care and service excellence and demonstrates Studer Principles and “must haves”.
• Facilitates patient movement through the facility, proactively supporting timely admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively.
• Maintains safe environment.
• Addresses patient population-specific needs.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

*****LEGENT HEALTH PROVIDES SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE TEXAS AND FLORIDA AREAS TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO EL PASO, SAN ANTONIO, AUSTIN, PLANO, CARROLLTON, FRISCO, HOUSTON, CONROE, TOMBALL, CORPUS CHRISTI, AND DELRAY BEACH *****

Legent Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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