Compassionate Patient Care Assistant - 20h/Week, Med-Surg

SEH Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

Employer 401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Career advancement

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for the Med Surg Unit at Ft. Thomas Hospital. The role involves assisting patients with daily activities and providing nursing support under supervision, with on-the-job training and orientation.

The position offers a part-time schedule totaling 20 hours per week, with every other weekend and holiday rotation. A strong patient-service mindset and basic computer skills are preferred for day-to-day clinical coordination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to take vital signs and monitor patient status.
• Knowledge of proper body mechanics to assist patients.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and orders.
• Prior customer service experience is beneficial in patient interactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Provide direct and indirect patient care under RN or LPN supervision.
• Coordinate clerical functions on the unit and respond to nurse orders.
• Greet patients and visitors, answer phones, and help maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Support Magnet-recognized facility standards and patient-centered care.

Skills

Vital signs

Body mechanics

Computer skills

Customer service

Education

High school Diploma / GED

Job description

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for the Med Surg Unit at Ft. Thomas Hospital. The role involves assisting patients with daily activities and providing nursing support under supervision, with on-the-job training and orientation.

The position offers a part-time schedule totaling 20 hours per week, with every other weekend and holiday rotation. A strong patient-service mindset and basic computer skills are preferred for day-to-day clinical coordination.