Compassionate Patient Care Assistant – Full-Time

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition assistance and reimbursement

Job summary

IU Health is hiring a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support nurses and healthcare teams in caring for patients across multiple Indianapolis-area hospitals. No healthcare experience?

You will receive patient care training, BLS certification, and on-the-job development. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, tuition assistance, and career growth opportunities within Indiana’s leading healthcare system.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Compassion for others and desire to help people.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Dependable, caring, and willing to learn.
• Ability to stay focused and organized while caring for patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as eating, walking, and personal care.
• Take vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.
• Help keep patient rooms clean, organized, and comfortable.
• Support nurses with patient care activities.
• Provide companionship and continuous observation when needed.
• Assist with mobility and ensure patient safety.
• Communicate patient needs or concerns to the nursing team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

IU Health is hiring a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support nurses and healthcare teams in caring for patients across multiple Indianapolis-area hospitals. No healthcare experience?

You will receive patient care training, BLS certification, and on-the-job development. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, tuition assistance, and career growth opportunities within Indiana’s leading healthcare system.