Full-Time PCA: Patient Care & Unit Support (Day/Night)

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is hiring for the Patient Care Assistant/Unit Administrative Assistant (PCA/UAA) role across full-time day or night shifts. The position supports the interprofessional team and performs basic patient care activities under supervision, with responsibilities including calls to physicians, bed management, and transfer coordination.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent, with CNA/CMA/PCA experience preferred and some secretarial/office cross-training within

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education (GED, homeschooling, etc.).
• Eighteen months of CNA/CMA/PCA experience preferred.
• One year of secretarial/office or cross-training within Houston Methodist.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls for the unit and transfer as appropriate.
• Assist with ADLs and basic patient care under licensed nurse supervision.
• Coordinate calls to physicians, bed management, and transfer services; support unit operations.

Skills

Communication skills

ADL care

Team collaboration

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Houston Methodist is hiring for the Patient Care Assistant/Unit Administrative Assistant (PCA/UAA) role across full-time day or night shifts. The position supports the interprofessional team and performs basic patient care activities under supervision, with responsibilities including calls to physicians, bed management, and transfer coordination.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent, with CNA/CMA/PCA experience preferred and some secretarial/office cross-training within