Patient and Family Advisory Council Member

Summary

Are you a current or recent patient at either Ben Taub Hospital, LBJ Hospital or one of our healthcare clinics throughout 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 clinics and 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!

Job Description

Are you a current or recent patient at either Ben Taub Hospital, LBJ Hospital or one of our healthcare clinics throughout 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 clinics and 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!