The Hospitals of Providence – Trans Mountain Campus in El Paso, TX is recruiting a Per Diem Multi-Skilled Tech (MST) / Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) for its Progressive Care Unit (PCU), working nights. This dual-function role combines hands-on patient care assistance with unit clerical coordination, making it an ideal position for a CNA-trained professional who thrives in a fast-paced inpatient environment. The Hospitals of Providence have served the El Paso community since 1902 and operate five campuses — including a dedicated children's hospital — representing the region's most established and trusted health system.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
- Note: benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and location
Practice Highlights
- Per Diem engagement on the Progressive Care Unit (PCU), night shift
- Dual-role position: direct patient care (CNA-scope) combined with Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) administrative duties
- Patient care responsibilities include assistance with activities of daily living — bathing, toileting, turning, and feeding support — performed under the direction and supervision of the charge registered nurse
- Call bell response duties both at the nursing station and in patient rooms, maintaining a safe and clean care environment
- HUC responsibilities include answering phones, entering physician orders, and providing general administrative support to the unit when not engaged in direct patient care
- Proficiency with computer-driven patient care equipment and MS Windows-based applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) utilized in daily workflow
- Part of a five-campus health system with over 120 years of community service in El Paso, including a dedicated children's hospital and full regional referral infrastructure
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Completion of a Nursing Assistant Course preferred
- Current BLS certification for healthcare providers required
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification required within 6 months of hire
- Prior clerical or customer service experience required; prior HUC training or experience in a clinical setting strongly preferred
- Demonstrated competencies in both Certified Nursing Assistant duties and HUC functions
- Physical ability to assist with patient transfers to and from the unit
- Proficiency in MS Windows-based applications; ability to operate computer-driven patient care equipment
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish preferred, reflecting the El Paso patient population
About the Community
El Paso sits at the westernmost tip of Texas, nestled between the Franklin Mountains and the Rio Grande — offering a distinctive blend of Southwestern culture, outdoor recreation, and a low cost of living relative to most major metros. The city's bilingual, bicultural character is a genuine asset for healthcare professionals, and the region provides easy access to hiking, mountain biking, and the scenic Chihuahuan Desert landscape. El Paso's strong sense of community, affordable housing, and proximity to New Mexico and northern Mexico make it an appealing long-term home for clinicians and allied health professionals alike.