Patient Technology Coordinator

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center

Department/Specialty: Pediatric Support

Schedule: Full Time | Monday-Friday | 8am-4:30pm

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

• Provide therapeutic interventions using gaming and technology to support pediatric patient engagement, coping, and overall care experiences.
• Maintain external-facing gaming technology across 130 patient rooms, including Xbox systems, gaming cards, VR equipment, and future iPad platforms.
• Develop and implement patient care programs, initiatives, and services that address clinical needs and promote quality improvement.
• Coordinate patient care and clinical program operations to improve outcomes, support safety, and strengthen interdisciplinary team collaboration.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Licensed Counselor specializing in Chemical Dependency preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note:
    
    Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

• Demonstrated experience using gaming and technology in a therapeutic environment preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.