Patient Care Assistant (PCA)

Baptist Health System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing ed.

Health savings accounts and FSAs

Employee Assistance program

Job summary

Baptist Health System is seeking a Nursing Support role focused on basic and intermediate nursing care under the supervision of an RN. You will assist in diverse units including Labor & Delivery, Nursery, Pediatric and Emergency, delivering compassionate care to patients aged 15 through adulthood.

The position requires a High School diploma and certification as EMT, CNA, Medical Assistant, or related roles, with 2 years of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• 2 years of clinical experience (Inpatient, Emergency Department, or Skilled Nursing Unit).
• Current EMT, CNA, Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Phlebotomist or EKG Tech certification required.
• BLS certification and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention within 60 days of hire or transfer to position.

Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, provides basic and intermediate nursing care to assigned patients.
• Care for patients from age 15 through adult in high-risk and standard units.
• Assist in Maternal Child Units, Nursery, Pediatric, GI Lab, Emergency and Surgical Services.

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Nurse Aide / Medical Assistant / EMT program graduate

Job description

Overview

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey.

At Baptist Medical Center, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Under the direction/supervision of RN, provides basic and intermediate nursing care for assigned group of patients based on competence.

General Nursing Units

Care for patients from age 15 years to maturity by clinically competent nursing staff

Special Care Areas

Care for patients 15 years through adult with high-risk conditions by clinically competent nursing staff.

Maternal Child Units: Labor and Delivery

Care includes patients who have a pregnancy related condition by staff who are clinically /competent in maternity care

Nursery

Care includes care for newborn until discharge status by clinically competent staff.

Pediatric

Clinically competent staff provides care to patients from neonate through age of eighteen

GI Lab Unit

Causes for toddlers, beginning age 24 months, through adult by clinically competent staff.

Chemical Dependent Unit and Psychiatric Unit

Cares for adult patients and family with holistic approach to emotional problems by clinically competent nursing staff.

Emergency Unit

Provides care to presenting patients of all ages by clinically competent staff in pediatric high-risk adult care

Surgical Services

Provides care to patients from neonate to geriatric

Completion of competencies

Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION

High School Graduate or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited Nurse Aide, Medical Assistant or intermediate or higher level Emergency Medical Technician program.

PREFERRED EDUCATION

Satisfactory completed a nurse aide course, EMT, Paramedic, Medical Assisting

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

2 years of clinical experience (Inpatient, Emergency Department, or Skilled Nursing Unit)

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE

Current Emergency Medical Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Phlebotomist, EKG Tech certification required

REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR)

BLS –Obtained through approved American Heart Association Training Center or the Military Training Network. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention obtained within 60 days of hire or transfer to position

Organization Description

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!

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MINIMUM EDUCATION

High School Graduate or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited Nurse Aide, Medical Assistant or intermediate or higher level Emergency Medical Technician program.

PREFERRED EDUCATION

Satisfactory completed a nurse aide course, EMT, Paramedic, Medical Assisting

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

2 years of clinical experience (Inpatient, Emergency Department, or Skilled Nursing Unit)

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE

Current Emergency Medical Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Phlebotomist, EKG Tech certification required

REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR)

BLS –Obtained through approved American Heart Association Training Center or the Military Training Network. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention obtained within 60 days of hire or transfer to position