Patient Care Assistant II | Flexible Weekend Shifts

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Assistant II to support patient care activities on inpatient units under RN supervision. You will assist with basic care, safety, and communication with the nursing team, demonstrating medical terminology proficiency.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, BLS, and relevant certifications; two years of related clinical experience is preferred. Weekend and holiday shifts are common.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with tech skills relevant to patient care.
• CPR/BLS certification within hire is required.
• Aggression Management certification within 90 days of hire.
• EKG or Phlebotomy competency within 6 months of hire.
• Two years of related clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care activities under RN supervision on inpatient units.
• Assist with patient safety measures and basic care tasks.
• Collaborate with charge nurse and staff nurses to meet needs.
• Demonstrate medical terminology proficiency and documentation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Medical terminology

Typing

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Harris Health System, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Assistant II to support patient care activities on inpatient units under RN supervision. You will assist with basic care, safety, and communication with the nursing team, demonstrating medical terminology proficiency.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, BLS, and relevant certifications; two years of related clinical experience is preferred. Weekend and holiday shifts are common.