Compassionate Patient Care Assistant - Part-Time

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,789,000 - 30,946,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a part-time, 0.6 FTE (24 hours/week) role in Lancaster, PA. The position supports non-licensed patient care under supervision, handling environment management, supply coordination, and basic patient assistance.

Responsibilities include documenting patient information, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring safety and comfort while maintaining unit cleanliness and supply integrity. AHS CPR/BLS certification within 30 days is required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• AHA CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to assist with direct patient care under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Complete cleaning tasks and maintain unit/department equipment per standards.
• Order and stock supplies and manage inventory.
• Document patient information accurately and promptly.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and hygiene.
• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

CPR/BLS certification within 30 days

Job description

Penn Medicine is seeking a part-time, 0.6 FTE (24 hours/week) role in Lancaster, PA. The position supports non-licensed patient care under supervision, handling environment management, supply coordination, and basic patient assistance.

Responsibilities include documenting patient information, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring safety and comfort while maintaining unit cleanliness and supply integrity. AHS CPR/BLS certification within 30 days is required.