Patient Observation Technician

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Patient Observation Technician to join the exceptional team at Houston Methodist. The Patient Observation Technician will play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our patients during their stay in the hospital. The successful candidate will possess a strong background in nursing, health care, or patient observation and have excellent communication and observation skills. Our ideal candidate will also be able to multitask and have a caring and professional demeanor. The Patient Observation Technician is an essential part of the patient care team and will be a role model for other members of the team. If you have a passion for providing exceptional patient care and are looking to join a top-notch team, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

1. Monitor, observe, and provide assistance to patients during their stay in the hospital.
2. Communicate with patients and staff to ensure patient needs are met.
3. Document patient information accurately and thoroughly.
4. Recognize and respond to changes in patient conditions.
5. Provide support and guidance to other members of the patient care team.
6. Act as a role model for other members of the team in providing quality care.
7. Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure cohesive patient care.
8. Follow all hospital policies and procedures related to patient care.
9. Maintain accurate records of patient information.
10. Provide emotional support to patients and their families.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Patient Observation Technician in Houston, TX, USA is $23,000 to $34,000 per year. This range is dependent on a variety of factors, such as the technician's experience, the employer's location and size, and the type of facility they work in.

Houston Methodist Hospital is the flagship quaternary care hospital of Houston Methodist academic medical center. Located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas, Houston Methodist Hospital was established in 1919 during the height of the Spanish influenza epidemic as an outreach ministry of Methodist Episcopal Church. Houston Methodist comprises eight hospitals, an academic institute, a primary care group, and more than 300 locations throughout greater Houston. The hospital has consistently ranked as "One of America's Best Hospitals" according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital has earned worldwide recognition in multiple specialties including cardiovascular surgery, cancer, epilepsy treatment and organ transplantation. Houston Methodist System changed its official name to Houston Methodist in 2013.