Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

Medical Center Health System; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Center Health System in Odessa, TX seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support nursing staff in direct patient care under supervision of the Charge Nurse and Registered Nurse. Candidates should have a high school diploma and obtain BLS certification within 90 days.

Training includes medical terminology and hospital policies; orientation includes computer training. This role requires ability to stand and lift, variable shifts, and potential exposure to infectious diseases as part of routine

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• BLS Certification through the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care duties under RN supervision.
• Direct patient care is performed under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Perform other duties trained for as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Hospital policies familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification (AHA)

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Medical Center Health System in Odessa, TX seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support nursing staff in direct patient care under supervision of the Charge Nurse and Registered Nurse. Candidates should have a high school diploma and obtain BLS certification within 90 days.

Training includes medical terminology and hospital policies; orientation includes computer training. This role requires ability to stand and lift, variable shifts, and potential exposure to infectious diseases as part of routine