Patient Care Specialist & Unit Support Leader

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Specialist to provide skilled nursing assistant level tasks and high-quality patient care support. The role emphasizes patient safety, effective communication with patients and interprofessional teams, and guiding others as a clinical resource.

The PCA Specialist contributes to various essential functions including precepting, service delivery, and continuous improvement efforts within the department, while maintaining a

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate with patients, families and team members clearly and professionally.
• Experience performing ADLs and assisting with patient care activities as part of a care team.
• Basic knowledge of hospital workflows and patient care support responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic patient care activities under nurse supervision.
• Communicate effectively with care team to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Support department operations and patient-family centered care initiatives.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Time management

Prioritization

Clinical skills

EHR knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epic EHR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Specialist to provide skilled nursing assistant level tasks and high-quality patient care support. The role emphasizes patient safety, effective communication with patients and interprofessional teams, and guiding others as a clinical resource.

The PCA Specialist contributes to various essential functions including precepting, service delivery, and continuous improvement efforts within the department, while maintaining a