Patient Care Assistant - Pulmonary

Job Summary

Qualifications

Benefits

Job Description

The Patient Care Assistant is responsible for coordinating and maintaining the clerical functions and duties of a designated unit/program. Utilizes Customer Service skills when greeting patient/visitors and answering telephone. Demonstrates the ability to complete worklist tasks triggered by physician orders or nurse-generated tasks under the direct supervision of licensed nursing personnel. Provides direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction of a RN or LPN. Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, comfort, and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for an assigned group of patients.

Education, Credentials, Licenses

• 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

• Fully demonstrated customer service experience

Kind And Length Of Experience

• Not specified

FLSA Status

• Non-Exempt