Patient Care Assistant

Medical Center Hospital; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Center Hospital in Odessa, TX is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support nursing staff with direct patient care under the supervision of the Charge Nurse.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and BLS certification; familiarity with hospital policies; and orientation will include computer training.

Candidates should be prepared for heavy lifting, standing, varied shifts, and potential exposure to infectious diseases while providing safe, respectful patient care.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical and technical terminology.
• Familiar with hospital policies and procedures.
• Computer training will be completed as part of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care duties under supervision of the Charge Nurse.
• Direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse within nursing scope.
• Perform other duties trained for as assigned.

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Computer literacy

Ability to work under supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification (AHA)

Tools

Hospital policies familiarity

Job description

Under the supervision of the Charge Nurse, the Patient Care Assistant will assist in patient care duties. Direct patient care is done under the direction of a Registered Nurse and within the scope of sound professional nursing practice to be delegated. The PCA will also perform other assigned duties for which they have been specifically trained in..

Education:

High school graduate or equivalent is required upon hire or transfer to the department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon hire or transfer to the department.

Training & Experience:

Must have knowledge of some medical and technical terminology and be familiar with hospital policies and procedures. Computer Training will be completed as part of orientation.

Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• A. Ability to perform:
• 1. Heavy lifting
• 2. Sustained standing and walking
• B. May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.
• C. Work under stress
• D. Varied work hours and shifts