Compassionate Patient Care Aide — Part-Time

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a part-time patient care assistant to support direct patient care and non-clinical duties at the Lancaster campus. This role involves patient assistance, maintaining clean and safe patient areas, and timely documentation under nurse supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a HS diploma, CPR/BLS certification within 30 days, and strong communication skills to ensure high-quality care and patient safety. This position offers part-time hours in Lancaster, PA.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent (GED).
• AHA CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• CPR/BLS certification beneficial for patient-care roles.

Responsibilities

• Assists with delivery of direct, non-licensed patient care under supervision.
• Maintains unit/department order and cleanliness.
• Documents accurately and timely according to standards.
• Responds to patient calls and assists with activities of daily living.
• Supports admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.

Skills

CPR/BLS certification

Communication skills

Patient safety

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Penn Medicine is seeking a part-time patient care assistant to support direct patient care and non-clinical duties at the Lancaster campus. This role involves patient assistance, maintaining clean and safe patient areas, and timely documentation under nurse supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a HS diploma, CPR/BLS certification within 30 days, and strong communication skills to ensure high-quality care and patient safety. This position offers part-time hours in Lancaster, PA.