Patient Care Assistant - Med Surg
Job Summary
St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a Patient Care Assistant for their Med Surg Unit located within the Edgewood Hospital. The position is part-time, 24 hours per week, from 7P-7A.
Job Description
The PCA is responsible for coordinating and maintaining the clerical functions and duties of a designated unit/program. They utilize customer service skills when greeting patients and visitors and answering telephones. They demonstrate the ability to complete worklist tasks triggered by physician orders or nurse-generated tasks under the direct supervision of licensed nursing personnel. They provide direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction of a RN or LPN. They assist patients with activities of daily living, provide for personal care, comfort, and assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for an assigned group of patients.
Qualifications
- High school Diploma / GED
- Specialized Knowledge: Ability to perform such tasks as vital signs
- Demonstrates knowledge of body mechanics
- General computer skills and applications
- Customer service experience
Benefits
- Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days
- Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules
- Retirement savings with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs
- Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility
Pay & Schedule
Part Time, 24 hours/week, 7P-7A