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Patient Care Assistant

    Highlights

    Memorial Hermann Texas International Endoscopy Center is part of United Surgical Partners International (USPI), a leader in the ambulatory surgical care industry. Memorial Hermann Texas International Endoscopy Center is a state-of-the-art outpatient facility specializing in endoscopic procedures and gastrointestinal care.
    United Surgical Partners International Inc

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHouston, TX
    IndustryHealthcare Services
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Year Founded1998
    Websitehttp://www.uspi.com/

    Description

    Memorial Hermann Texas International Endoscopy Center is a state-of-the-art outpatient facility specializing in endoscopic procedures and gastrointestinal care. We are committed to providing exceptional, patient-focused care in a safe and efficient environment. Memorial Hermann Texas International Endoscopy Center is part of United Surgical Partners International (USPI), a leader in the ambulatory surgical care industry. USPI partners with top physicians and health systems to deliver first-class surgical services across the nation.

    Job Summary:

    We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join our team. The PCA will provide essential patient support, assisting nurses and medical staff to ensure smooth clinical operations and optimal patient experiences.

    Roles and Responsibilities:

    • Assist patients with preparation and recovery before and after procedures.
    • Help with transferring, positioning, and mobility support for patients.
    • Take and record vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, and pulse.
    • Maintain a clean and safe patient environment by restocking supplies and sanitizing equipment.
    • Provide basic patient comfort measures, such as blankets, water, and reassurance.
    • Support nurses and clinical staff in patient care tasks as needed.
    • Assist in the discharge process, ensuring patients understand post-procedure instructions.
    • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions.
    • Adhere to infection control and safety protocols at all times.

    Who We Are

    At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to delivering surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

    USPI is proud of our inclusive culture. We respect differences and nurture the contributions of each individual while leveraging diversity to better serve our patients and physicians.

    Required Skills:

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
    • Knowledge of basic patient care techniques.
    • Proficiency in vital sign measurement and patient monitoring.
    • Detail-oriented with the ability to follow instructions and protocols.
    • Team player with a positive and compassionate attitude.

    Required Experience:

    • High school diploma or equivalent required.
    • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license preferred but not required.
    • Previous experience in a healthcare setting is a plus.
    • Experience in endoscopy, gastroenterology, or outpatient surgical care is beneficial.

    About Company

    Strength in Numbers
    United Surgical Partners International (USPI) and Tenet have combined forces to create the nation’s largest ambulatory surgery provider. Our combined network of exceptional surgical and imaging facilities includes approximately 20 imaging centers, and over 265 short-stay surgical facilities. Together, our partnerships include 50 health systems and more than 4,000 physicians.

    Nationwide Experience
    Our partners deliver high quality ambulatory solutions in safe, efficient and caring USPI facilities in communities of every size across 29 states. Our physician partners are focused on providing quality patient care, in part because they are invested in their USPI facility. We provide the infrastructure and support they need to perform their best. This is one of the advantages of partnering with USPI.

    Quality Patient Services
    We share a vision with our physician and health system partners. Our goal is to provide the quality of healthcare services we would insist upon for our own families. Since our founding in 1998, this goal has helped us grow exponentially. Today, our strategic joint venture with Tenet establishes USPI as one of the nation's leading providers of ambulatory solutions.

    Operating Excellence
    Our size and experience in developing and operating ambulatory facilities and strategic vision allow our facilities to achieve both high patient satisfaction and solid financial results. Moreover, because we engage physicians in the governance and growth of the facility, we also achieve excellent clinical outcomes.