Patient Care Assistant - Med Surg
About The Position
St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a Patient Care Assistant for our Med Surg Unit located within the Edgewood Hospital. The PCA 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.
Requirements
- High school Diploma / GED
- Ability to perform such tasks as vital signs
- Demonstrates knowledge of body mechanics
- General computer skills and applications
- Customer service experience
Responsibilities
- 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.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
