Neuro IR Patient Care Assistant

CommonSpirit Health Philanthropy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Houston is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to provide essential support to patients and clinical teams. The role requires a compassionate individual willing to perform a variety of direct patient care tasks in a high-paced hospital environment. Ideal for nursing students or individuals looking for hands-on experience in patient care, this position provides the chance to grow within a respected medical institution.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition Assistance for career growth

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Matching Retirement Programs

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Previous or current experience in an acute care facility.
• One year direct patient care experience or proven competency.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine tasks and direct patient care.
• Answer call lights and assist with patient concerns.
• Assist with admission, discharge, and patient transport.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Do you have excellent follow-through skills? Are you organized and able to multi-task? Do you love caring for people? Would you like to work in a place that values your skills? Did you know we are an academic teaching facility? We have a team of people waiting for you.

This job would be perfect for:

• Nursing student looking to get clinical experience
• Newly licensed CNA, certified nursing assistant
• Patient transporter or Housekeeper currently working in a hospital that wants to provide direct patient care

As a Patient Care Assistant, you will:

• Provide a variety of routine tasks and direct patient care to support our patients and our clinical teams.
• Answer call lights and unit phone to assist with questions and concerns from patients and family members.
• Communicate, monitor and document pertinent patient information
• Assist with admission, transfers, transporting, lifting, and discharge of patients
• Make rounds and respond promptly to patients, families, and clinical team requests.
• Work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse and multi-cultural environment.
• Assist in organization, cleaning, and safety of the unit and patient rooms

Qualifications

Education/Certification/Licensure:

• High School diploma or GED (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (required)

Experience:

• Previous or current experience working in an acute care facility
• One (1) year direct patient care experience or proven on the job competency

Overview

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is an 881-bed quaternary care academic medical center that is a joint venture between Baylor College of Medicine and CHI St. Luke’s Health. Located in the Texas Medical Center, the hospital is the home of the Texas Heart Institute, a cardiovascular research and education institution founded in 1962 by Denton A. Cooley, MD. The hospital was the first facility in Texas and the Southwest designated a Magnet hospital for Nursing Excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, receiving the award five consecutive times. Baylor St. Luke’s also has three community emergency centers offering adult and pediatric care for the Greater Houston area.

CHI St. Luke’s Health, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, has been serving our community since 1954. Operating 137 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states, making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.We proudly provide a vast array of services that help us keep our community safe and healthy.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and dependent adults
• Care for Caregivers: Resilience Through Adversity is a series of sessions designed to help caregivers build their resilience and advance their mental well-being during these difficult times
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Matching Retirement Programs
• Wellness Programs