Compassionate Patient Care Assistant (Part-Time)

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA, seeks a part-time patient care assistant to support non-licensed care under supervision. The role includes daily tasks from hygiene assistance to documentation and safety, with a focus on patient comfort and timely communication.

Qualified applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire. This position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and compassionate care within a collaborative clinical setting.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• AHA CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Demonstrates ability to assist with patient care and daily living activities.

Responsibilities

• Assists with direct, non-licensed patient care per established methods and procedures.
• Maintains unit/department efficiency and safety, and supports environment management.
• Documents patient information accurately and timely per standards.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.
• Responds promptly to patient call lights and supports mobility and comfort.

Skills

patient care

communication

teamwork

CPR/BLS

Education

HS diploma or GED

AHA CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA, seeks a part-time patient care assistant to support non-licensed care under supervision. The role includes daily tasks from hygiene assistance to documentation and safety, with a focus on patient comfort and timely communication.

Qualified applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire. This position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and compassionate care within a collaborative clinical setting.