Compassionate Patient Care Assistant - Med/Surg/Psych

Temple Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple Health in Philadelphia is seeking a Patient Care Assistant-3B (Med Surg/Psych) to provide direct and indirect patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, perform ECGs and glucose checks, and report changes in patient condition.

Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent; certification within 90 days if not present at hire; Basic Life Support required; CMA or CNA preferred; and 1 year of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant program or clinical rotation preferred.
• 1 year experience in a patient care role preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under RN direction.
• Assist with daily living activities and comfort needs.
• Measure vital signs, perform ECGs and glucose checks.
• Observe equipment, dressings, and report patient changes.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

ECG

Glucose testing

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Temple Health in Philadelphia is seeking a Patient Care Assistant-3B (Med Surg/Psych) to provide direct and indirect patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, perform ECGs and glucose checks, and report changes in patient condition.

Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent; certification within 90 days if not present at hire; Basic Life Support required; CMA or CNA preferred; and 1 year of