Patient Care Technician - Head & Neck/Breast Surgery Inpatient Unit

Patient Care Technician positions at MD Anderson Cancer Center are vital to supporting patient care in the Head & Neck/Plastics Reconstruction unit. This specialized unit provides nursing care to patients with complex needs, including airway management, microvascular flap monitoring, and wound care. Team members in this unit play an important role in ensuring patient safety and comfort while working in a dynamic and challenging environment.

MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. As a Patient Care Technician, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and contribute to the mission of Making Cancer History®.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably experience in direct patient care or an acute care setting. Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred.

Minimum $18.27 - Midpoint $22.84 - Maximum $27.40 per hour based on a 40-hour work week. The typical work schedule includes day/evening shifts with rotating weekends and holidays required. Shifts: Evening/Nights 7pm-7am or 3pm-11pm depending on availability. Work location: Onsite.

Why Us?

Joining MD Anderson means becoming part of a mission-driven team dedicated to excellence in patient care. This role offers opportunities to develop critical-thinking skills and gain experience in a specialized surgical oncology environment.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

• Act as a member of a multidisciplinary team that identifies and addresses patient care needs
• Assist with activities of daily living, mobilization, admission/discharge processes, and obtaining vital signs
• Update and retrieve patient information accurately
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly patient environment
• Participate as part of an assigned care team
• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: None
• Preferred: Experience in an acute care setting as a Nursing Assistant.

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.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 178766
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Nights, Rotating, Varied, Weekends
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 38,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 47,500
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 57,000
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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