Compassionate Patient Care Assistant I

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant I (PCA I) to support patient care activities in clinic and inpatient units under the supervision of a registered nurse. The PCA I collaborates with the charge nurse and staff nurses to ensure patient care needs are met and safety is maintained.

The role emphasizes basic patient care, medical terminology, communication, organization and computer skills. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, CNA or CMA certification, and BLS

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED or technical skills/training appropriate to the specialty area.
• Licensure/Certification: CNA or CMA; nursing students may be exempt if applicable. Certification required if hired before 2021.
• Basic Life Support from an AHA-approved program.
• Other certificates as required by unit/service/clinic.
• Work Experience: 1 year related clinical experience preferred.
• SAMA certification due within 90 days of hire.
• EKG and/or Phlebotomy competency validation as applicable.
• Communication: Above average verbal communication for heavy public contact.
• Other Skills: Medical terminology PC.
• Work Schedule: Weekends and holidays; flexible.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Work with the charge nurse and staff nurses to ensure patient needs are met.
• Adhere to patient safety measures and maintain competency in basic tasks.
• Demonstrate professional effectiveness and use medical terminology accurately.
• Utilize organizational and computer skills in daily clinical activities.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical skills training

Certified Nurse Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

SAMA certification within 90 days

Basic Life Support (BLS)

EKG/Phlebotomy competency

Verbal communication

Medical terminology

Tools

PC familiarity

Job description

Harris Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant I (PCA I) to support patient care activities in clinic and inpatient units under the supervision of a registered nurse. The PCA I collaborates with the charge nurse and staff nurses to ensure patient care needs are met and safety is maintained.

The role emphasizes basic patient care, medical terminology, communication, organization and computer skills. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, CNA or CMA certification, and BLS