Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

Penn Medicine; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA seeks a patient care assistant to support direct patient care under supervision, focusing on environment management, supplies, and safety in a busy hospital setting.

Responsibilities include helping patients with daily living activities, documenting care activities, maintaining clean and orderly patient areas, and assisting licensed staff with admissions, transfers and discharges as needed, while staying within safety protocols.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists with direct patient care under supervision.
• Maintains unit cleanliness and safety.
• Documents patient information accurately and timely.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA seeks a patient care assistant to support direct patient care under supervision, focusing on environment management, supplies, and safety in a busy hospital setting.

Responsibilities include helping patients with daily living activities, documenting care activities, maintaining clean and orderly patient areas, and assisting licensed staff with admissions, transfers and discharges as needed, while staying within safety protocols.