Virtual Patient Observation Technician

Harris Health System

. Provide constant, real-time video monitoring of assigned patients .

Posted 9/19/2026part-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $21 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient observation and safety, with strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in medical terminology and capable of managing multiple patients while maintaining attention to detail.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Texas Nursing Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS) Certification2 Years of Related Clinical ExperienceMedical Terminology KnowledgeComputer Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Patient ObservationVerbal RedirectionDocumentation SkillsAnalyzing Patient Safety InformationReport WritingMultitaskingAttention to DetailDecision Making Under PressureVirtual Patient ObservationTelemetry Technician Experience

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal Communication SkillsProfessional Telephone EtiquetteOrganizational SkillsStress ManagementCustomer-Friendly Interaction

Certifications & Qualifications

Texas Nursing Assistant CertificationMedical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient SafetyClinical ExperienceHospital EnvironmentQuality InitiativesFlexible Schedule

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide constant, real-time video monitoring of assigned patients
Observe patients for at-risk behaviors
Provide verbal redirection when appropriate
Communicate directly with nursing staff when additional intervention or assistance is needed
Document observations according to established standards
Follow appropriate safety measures
Participate in performance improvement and quality initiatives
Interact with patients, families, and staff
Promote a professional, supportive, and customer-friendly environment
Support patient safety at Ben Taub Hospital through attentive observation and timely communication

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent
Technical skills or training appropriate to the specialty area
Texas Nursing Assistant Certification; OR Medical Assistant certification from AMT, AAMA, NCCT, NHA, or NAHP
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Minimum of 2 years of related clinical experience required
Related specialty experience preferred, including direct patient care, virtual patient observation, telemetry technician experience, hospital environment experience, or nursing program clinical rotations
Strong verbal communication skills
Written communication and report-writing skills
Professional telephone etiquette
Medical terminology knowledge
Computer proficiency
Ability to analyze patient safety information and determine appropriate action
Ability to make quick decisions under pressure
Ability to manage stress appropriately
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Ability to continuously monitor multiple patients simultaneously
Exceptional attention to detail and sustained focus
Ability to remain seated and work at a computer screen for extended periods
English/Spanish bilingual skills preferred
Flexible schedule, with weekends and holidays as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage
$10k student loan repayment
Shift differentials where applicable
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Subsidized parking
Access to a credit union
Employee disaster relief support
Tuition Reimbursement available after 6 months of employment
Flexible schedule
Paid time off (PTO)
457(b) plans