Patient Care Assistant II

Prime Healthcare • Harlingen, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant II works in Emergency Services at Harlingen Medical Center in Harlingen, Texas, on night shifts consisting of 12-hour shifts. The role provides direct support to patients and assists nurses with patient care and the maintenance of a clean, safe care environment. This is a part-time position.

Requirements

• Current certification in patient care, such as M.A., CNA, EMT, Paramedic, or Patient Care Tech.
• Current BLS certification from the AHA within 30 days of hire and maintain current certification.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate upon hire and maintained current.
• Six months of previous experience as a Monitor Technician.
• Current phlebotomy certification upon hire.
• Current EKG certification upon hire.
• At least six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Help patients with mobility by turning, repositioning, and transferring them to help prevent skin breakdown.
• Feed patients who need assistance and monitor intake and output.
• Take and record vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
• Observe and report changes in a patient’s condition to nurses.
• Assist with wound care under the direction of an RN.
• Stock and maintain supplies in patient rooms and help keep the environment clean and safe.
• Assist with transporting patients within the hospital.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options.
• Employer 401K options.
• Tuition reimbursement options.
• Life, disability, and other insurance options.
• Many other benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED