Care Attendant - Resource Pool - Full-Time Days with Rotation

UPMC; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Williamsport is seeking a Full-Time Care Attendant to provide patient care support and observation services in accordance with established policies. The ideal candidate will assist with daily living tasks, maintain a clean environment, and effectively communicate with the healthcare team while ensuring the highest quality of patient care.

Benefits

10% floating differential

Qualifications

• Ability to provide basic patient care as per instructions.
• Effective communication with healthcare team members.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and proper equipment handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including bathing and transporting.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment and perform safety checks.
• Assist with clerical tasks and report patient status changes.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Safety Protocols

Job description

The Resource Pool at UPMC Williamsport has a Full-Time opening for a Care Attendant!

This position will be scheduled as days with rotation, require 1 summer and 1 winter holiday, and every third weekend.

The position also comes with a 10% floating differential!

Apply today to learn more!

**Final candidates will be selected for a job title within the career ladder that reflects level of education, experience, and manager discretion at time of offer.**

Purpose:

The Care Attendant provides limited patient care support and observation services in accordance with established policies and procedures, directed by the nurse or physician, to ensure high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), and performing observation duties.

Responsibilities:

• Provide observation and direct patient care, including bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, and ambulating, as directed by the RN.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment, perform safety checks, and ensure proper supply and equipment management.
• Assist with clerical tasks, communicate effectively with the healthcare team, and support department operations.
• Report patient status changes, provide feedback, and participate in self-review and ongoing learning.
• Adhere to safety policies, including standard precautions and bloodborne pathogen protocols.
• Respond appropriately to emergent situations and provide one-on-one patient supervision.