Patient Care Assistant

Medical Center Health System; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Center Health System in Odessa, TX is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support nurses and care teams in monitoring patients, providing direct and routine care, and handling clerical and reception duties. Under the supervision of the Charge Nurse, the role requires BLS certification within 90 days, basic computer training, and familiarity with medical terminology and hospital policies.

The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to professional nursing practice in a

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required upon hire.
• BLS Certification required within ninety (90) days of hire
• Must successfully complete computer training.
• Must be able to successfully pass a basic arrhythmia test with a score of 80% or better, prior to employment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and hospital policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient monitoring and care under RN supervision.
• Perform clerical, coordination, and receptionist duties for the unit.
• Direct patient care is performed under RN direction within the scope of nursing practice.
• Perform other assigned duties for which trained.

Skills

Clerical skills

Coordination

Reception duties

Communication

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Charge Nurse, the Patient Care Assistant will assist

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Charge Nurse, the Patient Care Assistant will assist

in patient monitoring, patient care, clerical, coordination, and receptionist duties.

Direct patient care is done under the direction of the RN and within the scope of

sound professional nursing practice to be delegated. They will also perform

other assigned duties for which they have been specifically trained.

Qualifications

• Education and Certification:
• High school graduate or equivalent required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required within ninety (90) days of hire
• Training and Experience:
• Must successfully complete computer training.
• Must be able to successfully pass a basic arrhythmia test with a score of 80% or better, prior to employment.
• Knowledge of some medical and technical terminology and hospital policies and procedures.

Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions

• Ability to perform:
• Heavy lifting.
• Sustained walking, standing and sitting.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Varied working hours and shifts.
• Exposure to infectious disease