Compassionate Hospital Patient Care Assistant

Penn Medicine; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA is seeking a full-time, non-licensed care support role at 0.9 FTE (36 hours per week). The position involves assisting with direct patient care under supervision, managing supplies, and maintaining a safe patient environment.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, handling calls, and supporting admission, transfer, and discharge processes. CPR/BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent; CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Demonstrates ability to document accurately and timely per unit/department standards.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills when dealing with patients, families, and staff.
• Maintains clean and safe patient care areas and environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists with direct, non-licensed patient care under supervision.
• Completes cleaning tasks per OSHA standards and maintains equipment inventory.
• Orders and stocks supplies; assists with scheduling patients and handling calls when needed.
• Documents patient information accurately; reports unusual situations to RN or Nurse Manager.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures; answers call lights promptly.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA is seeking a full-time, non-licensed care support role at 0.9 FTE (36 hours per week). The position involves assisting with direct patient care under supervision, managing supplies, and maintaining a safe patient environment.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, handling calls, and supporting admission, transfer, and discharge processes. CPR/BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.