Patient Care Assistant II - Flexible Schedule

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System in Houston, TX seeks a Patient Care Assistant II to support inpatient nursing units under RN supervision. You will perform basic patient care activities, assist with safety measures, and communicate effectively with the care team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with clinical training, BLS certification, and relevant experience. Weekend and holiday shifts are included, with strong emphasis on compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus technical skills/training appropriate to the specialty area.
• Certified Nurse Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician-Basic; Nursing students actively attending an accredited nursing program are exempt of certification requirement provided a satisfactory completion of first clinical/foundations course.
• Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program.
• Aggression Management certification within 90 days of hire
• EKG, and/or Phlebotomy competency validation required, as applicable to specialty area within 6 months of hire.
• Other certificates as required by unit/service/clinic.
• Two (2) years related clinical experience (experience in nursing program clinical rotations is applicable)
• Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact)
• Proficiencies: Personal Computer, MS Word, Typing

Responsibilities

• The PCA II is accountable for supporting patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• The PCA II ensures patient safety measures are followed and collaborates with the care team to meet patient needs.
• Interacts with charge nurse and staff nurses to coordinate care and priorities.

Skills

Communication

MS Word

Typing

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

EMR Systems

Job description

Harris Health System in Houston, TX seeks a Patient Care Assistant II to support inpatient nursing units under RN supervision. You will perform basic patient care activities, assist with safety measures, and communicate effectively with the care team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with clinical training, BLS certification, and relevant experience. Weekend and holiday shifts are included, with strong emphasis on compassionate care.