Compassionate Patient Care Aide

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a part-time, patient-care assistant to support non-licensed care under supervision at the Lancaster, PA Main Hospital. The role involves environment management, supply handling, and basic patient comfort activities as part of the care team.

Responsibilities include documentation, safety protocols, and assisting with admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining patient privacy and high-quality service. CPR/BLS is required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED is required.
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire is required.
• Completion of educational requirements with no formal supervision beyond initial competency.

Responsibilities

• Assists with delivery of direct, non-licensed patient care under supervision.
• Maintains environment and equipment according to unit standards.
• Orders and stocks supplies, and handles basic clerical tasks as needed.
• Documents patient information accurately and timely.
• Assists with admission, transfer and discharge procedures.
• Responds to patient needs and concerns promptly and professionally.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Penn Medicine is seeking a part-time, patient-care assistant to support non-licensed care under supervision at the Lancaster, PA Main Hospital. The role involves environment management, supply handling, and basic patient comfort activities as part of the care team.

Responsibilities include documentation, safety protocols, and assisting with admissions, transfers, and discharges while maintaining patient privacy and high-quality service. CPR/BLS is required within 30 days of hire.