Patient Care Assistant II — Flexible Schedule & Weekends

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System in Houston, TX invites applications for the Patient Care Assistant II (PCA II). You will assist patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse on inpatient units, coordinating with charge nurses and staff to meet patient needs and ensure safety.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, relevant certifications, and at least two years of related clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED plus relevant training.
• Licenses & Certifications: CNA/CMA/EMT-B or equivalent, BLS from an AHA program, Aggression Management within 90 days of hire, EKG/Phlebotomy competency where applicable.
• Work Experience: Two years of related clinical experience (nursing rotations count).
• Communication Skills: Above average verbal communication with heavy public contact.
• Proficiencies: PC skills including MS Word and typing.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist patient care activities under RN supervision.
• Collaborate with charge nurse and staff to meet patient needs and ensure safety.
• Demonstrate professional judgment and effective communication; maintain patient safety.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Verbal Communication

MS Word

Typing

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certified Nurse Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant or EMT-B

Basic Life Support (AHA)

Aggression Management certification

EKG/Phlebotomy competency validation

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Harris Health System in Houston, TX invites applications for the Patient Care Assistant II (PCA II). You will assist patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse on inpatient units, coordinating with charge nurses and staff to meet patient needs and ensure safety.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, relevant certifications, and at least two years of related clinical experience.