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Patient and Family Advisory Council Member

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ORGANIZATION: Harris Health System

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Are you a current or recent patient at either Ben Taub or LBJ Hospital in Harris County? If so, please consider applying to our Council!

​What is the Patient and Family Advisory Council? The Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) consists of patients and family members who have had recent experiences with Harris Health System. PFAC members represent the voice of patients and can provide input on programs, policies, procedures and processes that contribute to a positive patient experience.

Examples of PFAC agenda items:

  • Discharge planning folder
  • Inpatient whiteboards
  • E-quality boards
  • Messaging to patients
  • Meal planning and selection
  • Nurses and doctors listening
  • New patient hub
  • Patient education
Who should join? Harris Health patients or family members who have had a recent experience in our hospitals and can:
  • Share their experience in a constructive way
  • Participate in a monthly meeting with hospital leadership
  • Educate staff by providing honest feedback about experiences
  • Listen respectfully to other perspectives
  • Engage in hospital projects and committees as needed
If you feel as if you meet these qualifications, please respond and we can discuss ways to proceed. We look forward to working with you and hearing your voice to improve the overall patient experience!

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About Harris Health System

Location:

4800 Fournace Place, Bellaire, TX 77401, US

Mission Statement

Harris Health is a community-focused academic healthcare system dedicated to improving the health of those most in need in Harris County through quality care delivery, coordination of care, and education.

Description

Harris Health System is a fully integrated healthcare system that cares for all residents of Harris County, Texas. We are the first accredited healthcare institution in Harris County to be designated by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as a Patient-Centered Medical Home, and are one of the largest systems in the country to achieve the quality standard. Our system includes community health centers, same day clinics, three multi-specialty clinic locations, a dental center and dialysis center, mobile health units and two full-service hospitals.
We are in need of volunteers throughout the system which can provide flexibility, convenient locations, opportunities for clinical observation and support, in-person and virtual opportunities, etc. If you are interested in getting involved, please visit www.harrishealth.org, click on the Donate tab at the top of the screen, select Volunteer and follow the prompts to complete your application.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Community
People with Disabilities
Advocacy & Human Rights, Community, People with Disabilities

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Multiple locations Houston, TX 77030

(29.70509,-95.40181)
 

DATE POSTED

January 15, 2025

SKILLS

  • Healthcare

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Minimum of 1 hour per month with additional opportunities as you are available.

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