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 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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